Communication and Media Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Hawaii at Hilo · Hilo, HI

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$25,159Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,750Median earnings 4 years after
$44,892Median earnings 5 years after
$20,505Median federal debt
37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at University of Hawaii at Hilo earn a median of $25,159 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 $20,505, about 82% of first-year earnings.

Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Hawaii schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu
$30,235$16,522

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from University of Hawaii at Hilo make?

The median salary is $25,159 one year after graduation and $44,892 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,505.

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