Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Pacific Lutheran University · Tacoma, WA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Pacific Lutheran University earn a median of $33,970 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 $22,604, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $44,638 | $15,000 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $44,638 | $15,000 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $44,638 | $15,000 |
| Seattle University Seattle | $39,316 | $19,500 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $39,305 | $21,500 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $38,747 | — |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $37,799 | $21,875 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $37,782 | $20,519 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $35,820 | $21,065 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $34,857 | $17,887 |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $32,260 | $25,137 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $29,477 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Pacific Lutheran University make?
The median salary is $33,970 one year after graduation and $59,869 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,604.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.