Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Lipscomb University · Nashville, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Lipscomb University earn a median of $31,767 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 $21,253, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,889 | $18,128 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $41,258 | $19,611 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $33,082 | $20,147 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $29,877 | $22,795 |
| Carson-Newman University Jefferson City | $28,221 | $19,235 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $27,380 | $21,274 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $27,365 | — |
| Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville | $27,053 | $20,250 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $26,922 | $23,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin | $26,803 | $21,650 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $25,643 | $23,175 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $25,140 | $29,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Lipscomb University make?
The median salary is $31,767 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,253.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.