Communication and Media Studies
Master's degree · California State University-Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,235Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$30,250Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at California State University-Los Angeles earn a median of $60,235. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,953 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,074–$99,548). Median debt is $30,250, about 50% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $69,670 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,587 | $70,426 |
| National University San Diego | $55,730 | $28,604 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $50,487 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $46,382 | $20,343 |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $39,920 | $31,023 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from California State University-Los Angeles make?
The median salary is $60,235.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $30,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.