Communication and Media Studies at Muskingum University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (54 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muskingum University | $35,804* | $38,097 | — | — |
| Denison University | $47,396* | $52,234 | $25,187 | 0.53 |
| University of Dayton | $42,629* | $60,466 | $25,375 | 0.60 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | $41,232* | $54,473 | $23,500 | 0.57 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $41,138* | $46,535 | $23,816 | 0.58 |
| John Carroll University | $41,072* | $55,079 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $34,959* | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denison University Granville | $64,000 | $47,396 | $25,187 |
| University of Dayton Dayton | $47,600 | $42,629 | $25,375 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $12,859 | $41,232 | $23,500 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $41,138 | $23,816 |
| John Carroll University University Heights | $49,100 | $41,072 | $27,000 |
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 Muskingum University, approximately 41% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 32 similar programs in OH. Actual outcomes may vary.