Communication and Media Studies at Lee University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lee University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lee University graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 12th percentile of all communication and media studies bachelors programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee University | $27,365 | — | — | — |
| 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 Lee University, approximately 27% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.