Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Salem State University · Salem, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Salem State University earn a median of $34,302 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 $24,847, about 72% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $55,162 | $18,000 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $47,465 | $21,500 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $47,465 | $21,500 |
| Boston University Boston | $47,349 | $23,250 |
| Emerson College Boston | $44,108 | $23,717 |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $42,480 | $24,258 |
| Simmons University Boston | $42,256 | $23,250 |
| Emmanuel College Boston | $38,636 | $27,000 |
| Fisher College Boston | $38,510 | $27,375 |
| Stonehill College Easton | $37,543 | $25,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $36,380 | $20,500 |
| Endicott College Beverly | $36,233 | $27,000 |
| Worcester State University Worcester | $34,235 | $20,149 |
| Bridgewater State University Bridgewater | $34,146 | $24,250 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $32,134 | $23,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Salem State University make?
The median salary is $34,302 one year after graduation and $53,766 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,847.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.