Communication and Media Studies at Lane College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane College | — | — | — | — |
| Belmont University | $41,889 | $56,043 | $22,125 | 0.53 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $41,258 | $48,099 | $20,875 | 0.51 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $33,082 | $45,448 | $21,831 | 0.66 |
| Lipscomb University | $31,767 | — | $21,253 | 0.67 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $29,877 | $37,594 | $24,329 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $41,889 | $22,125 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $41,258 | $20,875 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $33,082 | $21,831 |
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $38,824 | $31,767 | $21,253 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $29,877 | $24,329 |
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 Lane College, approximately 79% 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.