Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Western Colorado University · Gunnison, CO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,426Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,750Median federal debt
19Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Western Colorado University earn a median of $37,581. 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 $20,750, about 55% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Global Denver | $49,436 | $23,187 |
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $39,738 | $16,500 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $39,662 | $21,896 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $38,731 | $20,500 |
| Colorado Christian University Lakewood | $37,129 | $23,250 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $37,002 | $17,535 |
| University of Denver Denver | $36,234 | $20,666 |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $34,892 | $19,848 |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $32,899 | $21,061 |
| Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo | $31,769 | $20,965 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Western Colorado University make?
The median salary is $37,581.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.