Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Liberty University · Lynchburg, VA

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$42,839Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,900Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$31,512Median federal debt
67Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Liberty University earn a median of $42,839 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 $31,512, about 74% of first-year earnings.

Communication and Media Studies (Master's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Regent University
Virginia Beach
$54,222$45,435

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Liberty University make?

The median salary is $42,839 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $31,512.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.