Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor's degree · Oregon State University-Cascades Campus · Bend, OR
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication and Media Studies at Oregon State University-Cascades Campus earn a median of $40,737 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 $19,828, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Oregon schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $40,737 | $19,828 |
| Western Oregon University Monmouth | $37,600 | $19,654 |
| Eastern Oregon University La Grande | $37,143 | $20,612 |
| Portland State University Portland | $35,143 | $20,499 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $33,165 | $16,500 |
| Willamette University Salem | $31,472 | $21,500 |
| Linfield University McMinnville | $30,860 | $27,000 |
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $30,422 | $20,363 |
| Pacific University Forest Grove | $23,879 | $26,000 |
| Lewis & Clark College Portland | $17,707 | $20,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Oregon State University-Cascades Campus make?
The median salary is $40,737 one year after graduation and $56,798 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,828.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.