Communication and Media Studies at Hood College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Hood College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hood College graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all communication and media studies bachelors 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 Maryland
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hood College | $20,422 | $44,286 | — | — |
| University of Maryland Global Campus | $53,513 | $56,684 | $27,971 | 0.52 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | $43,696 | $63,691 | $20,000 | 0.46 |
| Towson University | $42,657 | $56,404 | $20,309 | 0.48 |
| Loyola University Maryland | $42,640 | $62,264 | $27,000 | 0.63 |
| Mount St. Mary's University | $39,055 | $50,789 | $26,312 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi | $7,992 | $53,513 | $27,971 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $11,505 | $43,696 | $20,000 |
| Towson University Towson | $11,306 | $42,657 | $20,309 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $55,480 | $42,640 | $27,000 |
| Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg | $47,240 | $39,055 | $26,312 |
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 Hood College, approximately 36% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.