Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Emporia State University · Emporia, KS
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Emporia State University earn a median of $37,095 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 $24,426, about 66% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Kansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $40,772 | $18,811 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $39,932 | $19,616 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $35,035 | $22,698 |
| Ottawa University-Online Overland Park | $33,465 | $22,500 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park | $33,465 | $22,500 |
| Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa | $33,465 | $22,500 |
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $30,385 | $22,681 |
| Pittsburg State University Pittsburg | $28,106 | $22,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Emporia State University make?
The median salary is $37,095 one year after graduation and $42,347 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,426.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.