Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD

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$82,754Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$107,409Median earnings 4 years after
$101,413Median earnings 5 years after
$39,737Median federal debt
244Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Johns Hopkins University earn a median of $82,754 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). Median debt is $39,737, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Communication and Media Studies (Master's degree) at other Maryland schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Stevenson University
Owings Mills
$42,647—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $82,754 one year after graduation and $101,413 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $39,737.

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