Communication and Media Studies at City University of Seattle
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City University of Seattle | $37,799* | — | $24,188* | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | $44,638* | $58,097 | $16,433* | 0.37 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | $44,638* | $58,097 | $16,433* | 0.37 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $44,638* | $58,097 | $16,433* | 0.37 |
| Seattle University | $39,316* | $62,478 | $19,500* | 0.50 |
| Whitworth University | $39,305* | — | $21,500* | 0.55 |
| National Median | $34,959* | — | $25,000* | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $12,817 | $44,638 | $16,433 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $12,559 | $44,638 | $16,433 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $44,638 | $16,433 |
| Seattle University Seattle | $54,285 | $39,316 | $19,500 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $39,305 | $21,500 |
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 City University of Seattle, approximately 13% 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 13 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.