Communication and Media Studies

Master's degree · Marquette University · Milwaukee, WI

CIP 09.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$76,959Median earnings 4 years after

$64,169Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Marquette University earn a median of $54,166. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $71,953 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,074–$99,548).

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $54,166 and $64,169 after five years.

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