Communication and Media Studies at Adrian College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian College | — | $45,740 | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $50,556 | $66,507 | $20,376 | 0.40 |
| Albion College | $39,209 | $49,262 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Hope College | $38,956 | $47,958 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Oakland University | $37,795 | $45,064 | $24,125 | 0.64 |
| Eastern Michigan University | $36,717 | $43,310 | $29,102 | 0.79 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $50,556 | $20,376 |
| Albion College Albion | $55,746 | $39,209 | $27,000 |
| Hope College Holland | $40,420 | $38,956 | $27,000 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $37,795 | $24,125 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $36,717 | $29,102 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Adrian College, approximately 31% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.