Communication and Media Studies at Baker University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker University | $33,465* | — | $27,000* | — |
| University of Kansas | $40,772* | $52,304 | $22,250* | 0.55 |
| Washburn University | $39,932* | $41,062 | $21,875* | 0.55 |
| Emporia State University | $37,095* | $38,330 | $26,000* | 0.70 |
| Wichita State University | $35,035* | $40,440 | $25,159* | 0.72 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City | $33,465* | — | $27,000* | 0.81 |
| National Median | $34,959* | — | $25,000* | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $40,772 | $22,250 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $39,932 | $21,875 |
| Emporia State University Emporia | $7,356 | $37,095 | $26,000 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $35,035 | $25,159 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park | — | $33,465 | $27,000 |
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 Baker University, approximately 24% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.