Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Lebanon Valley College

Lebanon Valley College graduates in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication earn $45,286 in their first year—nearly double the Pennsylvania median of $26,030 and $15,000 more than the national median. This places the program in the 95th percentile both nationally and statewide, outperforming even Temple University by a significant margin. The $27,000 debt load sits right at Pennsylvania's median for this field, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60 that's quite manageable. Earnings jump 26% to $57,115 by year four, suggesting graduates are building sustainable careers rather than hitting early ceilings.

The caveat here is sample size—we're looking at fewer than 30 graduates, so these numbers could shift with a larger cohort. That said, consistently strong performance across multiple metrics (debt, early earnings, growth trajectory) paints a compelling picture. For families worried about the typical struggles facing media graduates, this program appears to be connecting students to better opportunities than most competitors, likely through strong industry relationships or specialized skills training.

If your child is committed to this field, Lebanon Valley offers a substantial advantage over other Pennsylvania options. Just recognize that broadcasting and digital media remains competitive and unpredictable, regardless of where you study. The strong starting salary provides breathing room that most programs in this major don't deliver.