Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College · Baton Rouge, LA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College earn a median of $38,426 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 $21,500, about 56% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Louisiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans | $33,428 | $23,082 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $30,772 | $27,000 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $30,207 | $20,700 |
| Nicholls State University Thibodaux | $29,508 | $25,000 |
| Grambling State University Grambling | $27,375 | $31,750 |
| Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport | $26,536 | $18,135 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $25,137 | $20,750 |
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $25,131 | $22,250 |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $21,460 | $23,972 |
| Dillard University New Orleans | $18,155 | $34,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College make?
The median salary is $38,426 one year after graduation and $58,924 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.