Communication and Media Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Arizona · Tucson, AZ

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$42,993Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$72,758Median earnings 4 years after
$71,141Median earnings 5 years after
$18,910Median federal debt
252Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at University of Arizona earn a median of $42,993 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,575–$76,115). Median debt is $18,910, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Arizona schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler
$58,089$33,341
University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix
$47,919$36,583
Arizona State University Digital Immersion
Scottsdale
$44,571$19,202
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe
$44,571$19,202
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff
$41,491$17,500
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
$38,507$25,000
Ottawa University-Surprise
Surprise
$33,465$22,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from University of Arizona make?

The median salary is $42,993 one year after graduation and $71,141 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,910.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.