Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · University of Alabama in Huntsville · Huntsville, AL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$49,715Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at University of Alabama in Huntsville earn a median of $49,715. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,575–$76,115).
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa | $40,790 | $24,459 |
| Samford University Birmingham | $39,690 | — |
| Auburn University Auburn | $35,929 | $18,625 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $35,147 | $24,375 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $33,190 | $21,360 |
| Troy University Troy | $33,154 | $23,000 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery | $31,354 | $26,500 |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $30,182 | $22,004 |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $30,153 | $24,870 |
| Alabama State University Montgomery | $21,996 | $32,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from University of Alabama in Huntsville make?
The median salary is $49,715 and $49,715 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.