Communication and Media Studies
Associate's degree · Santa Monica College · Santa Monica, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$29,371Median earnings 4 years after
$62,391Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
135Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Santa Monica College earn a median of $29,371. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $43,243 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,665–$60,636).
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Santa Monica College make?
The median salary is $29,371 and $62,391 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.