Communication and Media Studies
Master's degree · Texas Southern University · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Texas Southern University earn a median of $33,963 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,953 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,074–$99,548). Median debt is $50,573, about 149% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
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 | — |
Highest-paying Communication and Media Studies programs nationwide →
Other programs at Texas Southern University
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationFirst professional degree
$112,450 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$68,784 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
$57,511 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$54,327 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$53,873 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$52,223 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$44,995 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$42,333 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$40,304 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$36,961 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$34,661 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesBachelor's degree
$34,332 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$32,409 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$31,779 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$29,763 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$26,973 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$26,806 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$26,291 - Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$20,655 - JournalismBachelor's degree
$18,301
Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Texas Southern University make?
The median salary is $33,963 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $50,573.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.