Educational/Instructional Media Design at Florida State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Florida State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Florida State University graduates earn $63k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all educational/instructional media design masters programs nationally.
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 Florida
Educational/Instructional Media Design masters's programs at peer institutions in Florida (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State University | $62,599 | $64,783 | — | — |
| University of Central Florida | $62,483 | — | — | — |
| Saint Leo University | $60,466 | $62,008 | — | — |
| Full Sail University | $58,654 | $56,938 | — | — |
| University of West Florida | $54,158 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $62,499 | — | — | — |
Other Educational/Instructional Media Design Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $6,368 | $62,483 | — |
| Saint Leo University Saint Leo | $28,360 | $60,466 | — |
| Full Sail University Winter Park | $26,417 | $58,654 | — |
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $6,360 | $54,158 | — |
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 Florida State 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.