Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Chapman University · Orange, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Chapman University earn a median of $44,601 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 $18,777, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $62,183 | $14,857 |
| Santa Clara University Santa Clara | $51,720 | $17,832 |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $48,398 | $19,500 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $47,651 | $15,875 |
| DeVry University-California Ontario | $47,622 | $45,000 |
| University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara | $46,598 | $13,000 |
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $43,696 | $11,100 |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $42,569 | $13,000 |
| California Baptist University Riverside | $42,300 | $25,000 |
| Westmont College Santa Barbara | $41,225 | $23,250 |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $41,113 | $17,750 |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $40,790 | $13,703 |
| University of San Diego San Diego | $40,776 | $24,000 |
| Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego | $40,138 | $21,500 |
| California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo | $40,109 | $13,429 |
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$40,950
Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Chapman University make?
The median salary is $44,601 one year after graduation and $59,421 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,777.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.