Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Albany State University · Albany, GA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,265Median earnings 4 years after
$40,614Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Albany State University earn a median of $32,330. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,359 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,575–$76,115).
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Georgia Decatur | $47,622 | $45,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $44,283 | $17,250 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $43,420 | $26,988 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $38,237 | $16,002 |
| Emory University Atlanta | $37,237 | $21,000 |
| Mercer University Macon | $35,712 | $24,990 |
| Clayton State University Morrow | $34,493 | $29,000 |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $32,078 | $27,235 |
| Augusta University Augusta | $30,796 | $22,135 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $27,917 | $24,254 |
| Morehouse College Atlanta | $26,839 | $25,698 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $26,706 | $26,383 |
| Fort Valley State University Fort Valley | $22,410 | $31,000 |
Highest-paying Communication and Media Studies programs nationwide →
Other programs at Albany State University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$121,387 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree
$79,737 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$77,491 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$57,291 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$50,815 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$50,374 - Social WorkMaster's degree
$46,601 - Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesAssociate's degree
$46,061 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$44,732 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$40,384 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$39,031 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$37,120 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$35,784 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$31,868 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$30,588 - Visual and Performing Arts, GeneralBachelor's degree
$29,798 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$28,576 - Education, OtherBachelor's degree
$28,034 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$26,187 - Educational Administration and SupervisionFirst professional degree
$67,756
Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Albany State University make?
The median salary is $32,330 and $40,614 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.