Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (45 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Eureka College
Northwestern University$52,210$77,066$18,1120.35
DeVry University-Illinois$47,622$47,238$56,8581.19
Lake Forest College$42,835$55,601$27,0000.63
Elmhurst University$41,423
Augustana College$40,806$52,732$26,3750.65
National Median$34,959$25,0000.72

Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Northwestern University
Evanston
$65,997$52,210$18,112
DeVry University-Illinois
Lisle
$17,488$47,622$56,858
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest
$54,202$42,835$27,000
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst
$41,628$41,423
Augustana College
Rock Island
$49,834$40,806$26,375

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 Eureka College, approximately 23% 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.