Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Cornerstone University · Grand Rapids, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Cornerstone University earn a median of $30,615 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 70% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $50,556 | $19,941 |
| Albion College Albion | $39,209 | $27,000 |
| Hope College Holland | $38,956 | $27,000 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $37,795 | $22,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $36,717 | $26,600 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $36,595 | $25,000 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $36,390 | $25,250 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $36,348 | $26,722 |
| Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills | $36,051 | $22,376 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $35,982 | $27,000 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $32,755 | $23,000 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $32,091 | $26,662 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $31,913 | $27,000 |
| Aquinas College Grand Rapids | $31,817 | $20,457 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $31,735 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Cornerstone University make?
The median salary is $30,615 one year after graduation.
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.