Radio, Television, and Digital Communication

Master's degree · Northwestern University · Evanston, IL

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$89,054Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$116,019Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$37,695Median federal debt
414Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Northwestern University earn a median of $89,054 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $75,972 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,409–$104,151). Median debt is $37,695, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago
$50,397$42,384

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Radio, Television, and Digital Communication graduates from Northwestern University make?

The median salary is $89,054 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $37,695.

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