Communication and Media Studies
Master's degree · The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley · Edinburg, TX
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,128Median earnings 3 years after
$57,537Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley earn a median of $48,128. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,953 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,074–$99,548).
Communication and Media Studies (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches | $57,579 | $34,558 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $49,614 | $20,500 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $47,431 | $24,641 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $41,402 | — |
| Texas Southern University Houston | $33,963 | $50,573 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley make?
The median salary is $48,128 and $57,537 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.