Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
Bachelor's degree · Columbia College Chicago · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Columbia College Chicago earn a median of $24,191 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,497 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,717–$70,128). Median debt is $23,400, about 97% of first-year earnings.
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bradley University Peoria | $32,742 | $27,000 |
| North Central College Naperville | $30,167 | $27,000 |
| Chicago State University Chicago | $28,643 | $31,750 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $27,462 | $27,161 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $26,227 | $24,500 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $25,057 | $23,747 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $24,611 | $15,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Radio, Television, and Digital Communication graduates from Columbia College Chicago make?
The median salary is $24,191 one year after graduation and $44,985 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,400.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.