Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Walden University · Minneapolis, MN

CIP 09.01

$47,157Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$54,533Median earnings 4 years after

$53,701Median earnings 5 years after

$38,500Median federal debt

17Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Walden University earn a median of $47,157 one year after completing the program. 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 $38,500, about 82% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $47,157 one year after graduation and $53,701 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $38,500.

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