Communication and Media Studies at Bucks County Community College
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Communication and Media Studies associates's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks County Community College | $27,123* | — | $13,000* | — |
| Northampton County Area Community College | $30,471* | — | $17,500* | 0.57 |
| Community College of Philadelphia | $24,794* | $26,282 | $14,000* | 0.56 |
| National Median | $27,123* | — | $11,944* | 0.44 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northampton County Area Community College Bethlehem | $5,310 | $30,471 | $17,500 |
| Community College of Philadelphia Philadelphia | $4,632 | $24,794 | $14,000 |
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 Bucks County Community College, approximately 22% 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 national median of 13 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.