Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Stephen F Austin State University · Nacogdoches, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Stephen F Austin State University earn a median of $33,906 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 $23,250, about 69% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Texas Irving | $47,622 | $45,000 |
| The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa | $46,203 | $17,515 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $43,848 | $19,500 |
| Baylor University Waco | $43,740 | $23,250 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $43,295 | $15,750 |
| Concordia University Texas Austin | $39,068 | — |
| University of Houston Houston | $37,958 | $23,205 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $37,386 | $21,500 |
| Dallas Baptist University Dallas | $35,812 | $19,500 |
| Tarleton State University Stephenville | $35,715 | $21,022 |
| Trinity University San Antonio | $34,589 | $25,392 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $34,314 | $21,655 |
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton | $34,282 | $21,500 |
| University of Houston-Downtown Houston | $34,123 | $23,455 |
| Southwestern University Georgetown | $34,050 | $26,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Stephen F Austin State University make?
The median salary is $33,906 one year after graduation and $43,348 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.