Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-Indianapolis · Indianapolis, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Indiana University-Indianapolis earn a median of $39,775 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 $18,443, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DePauw University Greencastle | $43,141 | $27,000 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $41,409 | $17,375 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $39,712 | $22,068 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $38,094 | $23,500 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $37,463 | $12,076 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $36,700 | $20,500 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $35,164 | $27,000 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $34,213 | $24,606 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $33,815 | $21,500 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $33,054 | $27,000 |
| Saint Mary's College Notre Dame | $32,322 | $27,000 |
| Hanover College Hanover | $31,621 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $31,085 | — |
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $29,059 | $16,810 |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $26,777 | $20,829 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis make?
The median salary is $39,775 one year after graduation and $47,095 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,443.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.