Communication and Media Studies at Lees-McRae College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lees-McRae College | — | — | — | — |
| Elon University | $48,637 | $60,125 | $23,250 | 0.48 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $43,348 | $59,487 | $15,500 | 0.36 |
| Wake Forest University | $42,055 | $60,234 | $22,250 | 0.53 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $39,889 | $47,004 | $22,324 | 0.56 |
| Appalachian State University | $38,331 | $40,125 | $21,500 | 0.56 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $48,637 | $23,250 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $43,348 | $15,500 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $42,055 | $22,250 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $39,889 | $22,324 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $7,541 | $38,331 | $21,500 |
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 Lees-McRae College, approximately 37% 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.