Communication and Media Studies

Bachelor's degree · Roger Williams University · Bristol, RI

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$33,596Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$70,575Median earnings 4 years after
$71,861Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
18Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Roger Williams University earn a median of $33,596 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 $26,000, about 77% of first-year earnings.

Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Rhode Island schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Bryant University
Smithfield
$45,071$27,000
University of Rhode Island
Kingston
$36,785$22,813
Rhode Island College
Providence
$34,357$18,875
Salve Regina University
Newport
$33,230$27,000
Johnson & Wales University-Providence
Providence
$28,062$23,786
Johnson & Wales University-Online
Providence
$28,062$23,786
Brown University
Providence
$23,738$10,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Roger Williams University make?

The median salary is $33,596 one year after graduation and $71,861 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

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