Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Eckerd College · Saint Petersburg, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Eckerd College earn a median of $33,544 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 $20,500, about 61% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Florida Orlando | $47,622 | $45,000 |
| Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville | $43,508 | — |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $39,342 | $17,479 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $37,021 | $17,148 |
| Ave Maria University Ave Maria | $36,842 | — |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $36,842 | $15,000 |
| Florida International University Miami | $36,424 | $17,234 |
| Rollins College Winter Park | $36,285 | $25,200 |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $34,720 | $18,375 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $34,530 | $18,323 |
| Stetson University DeLand | $33,190 | $27,000 |
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $32,804 | $23,250 |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $30,850 | $17,180 |
| Full Sail University Winter Park | $30,561 | $34,078 |
| Southeastern University Lakeland | $27,983 | $19,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Eckerd College make?
The median salary is $33,544 one year after graduation and $51,879 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.