Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey

Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (22 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Pillar College
Rutgers University-New Brunswick$43,649$60,479$25,0000.57
Rider University$41,864
The College of New Jersey$37,151$57,444$23,0000.62
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus$34,772$45,729$25,0000.72
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus$34,772$45,729$25,0000.72
National Median$34,959$25,0000.72

Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in New Jersey

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick
$17,239$43,649$25,000
Rider University
Lawrenceville
$38,900$41,864
The College of New Jersey
Ewing
$18,685$37,151$23,000
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus
Teaneck
$35,822$34,772$25,000
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Madison
$35,822$34,772$25,000

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 Pillar College, approximately 56% 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.