Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College · Baton Rouge, LA

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$48,183Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$76,869Median earnings 4 years after

$59,455Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

33Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College earn a median of $48,183 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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College make?

The median salary is $48,183 one year after graduation and $59,455 after five years.

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