Communication and Media Studies

Doctoral degree · University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

$90,695Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

19Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Communication and Media Studies at University of Southern California earn a median of $90,695. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $77,931 four years after graduating (middle half: $63,649–$102,203).

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $90,695 and $90,695 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.