Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Drake University · Des Moines, IA

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$56,361Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

40Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Drake University earn a median of $56,361 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,953 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,074–$99,548).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Drake University make?

The median salary is $56,361 one year after graduation.

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