Educational/Instructional Media Design at Georgia Southern University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Georgia Southern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Georgia Southern University graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 30th 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 Georgia
Educational/Instructional Media Design masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Southern University | $58,195 | $58,691 | — | — |
| Georgia State University | $71,679 | — | — | — |
| Valdosta State University | $68,514 | — | — | — |
| University of West Georgia | $67,652 | $64,050 | — | — |
| University of Georgia | $65,188 | $61,799 | — | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $61,422 | $61,141 | — | — |
| National Median | $62,499 | — | — | — |
Other Educational/Instructional Media Design Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $71,679 | — |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $6,007 | $68,514 | — |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $67,652 | — |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $65,188 | — |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $61,422 | — |
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 Georgia Southern University, approximately 35% 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.