Radio, Television, and Digital Communication

Bachelor's degree · Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY

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$21,377Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,791Median earnings 4 years after
$40,617Median earnings 5 years after
$27,044Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Western Kentucky University earn a median of $21,377 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,497 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,717–$70,128). Median debt is $27,044, about 127% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Kentucky
Lexington
$28,215$22,750
Murray State University
Murray
$28,041—
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond
$25,880$22,853
Asbury University
Wilmore
$25,879$24,289

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $21,377 one year after graduation and $40,617 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,044.

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