Communication and Media Studies

Doctoral degree · Indiana University-Bloomington · Bloomington, IN

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$76,868Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Indiana University-Bloomington earn a median of $61,031. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $77,931 four years after graduating (middle half: $63,649–$102,203).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington make?

The median salary is $61,031.

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