Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · North Carolina Central University · Durham, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at North Carolina Central University earn a median of $25,750 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 $27,375, about 106% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Elon University Elon | $48,637 | $21,999 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $43,348 | $14,625 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $42,055 | $22,250 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $39,889 | $20,000 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $38,331 | $19,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $38,234 | $20,500 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $37,813 | $21,250 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $36,695 | $19,000 |
| Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte | $36,279 | $26,975 |
| Meredith College Raleigh | $35,157 | $27,000 |
| Catawba College Salisbury | $32,323 | $24,625 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $30,559 | $23,000 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $28,996 | $18,697 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $28,985 | $26,000 |
| Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte | $28,062 | $23,786 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from North Carolina Central University make?
The median salary is $25,750 one year after graduation and $40,853 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,375.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.