Communication and Media Studies at New York Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How New York Institute of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally
New York Institute of Technology graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 27th percentile of all communication and media studies bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (79 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Institute of Technology | $30,993 | — | — | — |
| Cornell University | $62,182 | $80,616 | $14,418 | 0.23 |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | $57,782 | — | $14,125 | 0.24 |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges | $50,750 | $52,131 | $27,000 | 0.53 |
| Fordham University | $46,405 | $62,162 | $25,700 | 0.55 |
| Manhattan University | $44,016 | $59,580 | $26,000 | 0.59 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $62,182 | $14,418 |
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York | $7,410 | $57,782 | $14,125 |
| Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva | $63,268 | $50,750 | $27,000 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $46,405 | $25,700 |
| Manhattan University Riverdale | $50,850 | $44,016 | $26,000 |
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 New York Institute of Technology, approximately 44% 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.