Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Bridgewater College · Bridgewater, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Bridgewater College earn a median of $29,477 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 88% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Virginia Arlington | $47,622 | $45,000 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $47,368 | $20,500 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $44,309 | $20,500 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $42,769 | $20,500 |
| Randolph-Macon College Ashland | $40,328 | $27,000 |
| Radford University Radford | $38,038 | $25,000 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $36,953 | $23,250 |
| Roanoke College Salem | $36,220 | $26,820 |
| Longwood University Farmville | $36,062 | $26,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $35,808 | $21,500 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $35,392 | $21,500 |
| Regent University Virginia Beach | $29,313 | $20,188 |
| Virginia State University Petersburg | $23,897 | $27,000 |
| Virginia Union University Richmond | $18,076 | $29,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Bridgewater College make?
The median salary is $29,477 one year after graduation and $47,450 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.