Communication and Media Studies at Northeastern State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northeastern State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northeastern State University graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 49th percentile of all communication and media studies bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern State University | $34,703 | — | — | — |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus | $45,009 | $49,558 | $25,000 | 0.56 |
| Oral Roberts University | $39,206 | $41,127 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | $28,582 | — | — | — |
| University of Tulsa | $27,612 | — | — | — |
| East Central University | $24,638 | — | $24,571 | 1.00 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman | $9,595 | $45,009 | $25,000 |
| Oral Roberts University Tulsa | $34,100 | $39,206 | $27,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian University Edmond | $25,900 | $28,582 | — |
| University of Tulsa Tulsa | $48,602 | $27,612 | — |
| East Central University Ada | $8,032 | $24,638 | $24,571 |
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 Northeastern State University, approximately 42% 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 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.