Communication and Media Studies at Providence College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Rhode Island
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence College | $33,413* | — | $26,000* | — |
| Bryant University | $45,071* | $61,344 | $27,000* | 0.60 |
| University of Rhode Island | $36,785* | $52,399 | $24,887* | 0.68 |
| Rhode Island College | $34,357* | $41,716 | $25,000* | 0.73 |
| Roger Williams University | $33,596* | $64,953 | $26,000* | 0.77 |
| Salve Regina University | $33,230* | $52,248 | $27,000* | 0.81 |
| National Median | $34,959* | — | $25,000* | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Rhode Island
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Rhode Island schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant University Smithfield | $51,169 | $45,071 | $27,000 |
| University of Rhode Island Kingston | $16,408 | $36,785 | $24,887 |
| Rhode Island College Providence | $10,986 | $34,357 | $25,000 |
| Roger Williams University Bristol | $42,666 | $33,596 | $26,000 |
| Salve Regina University Newport | $47,930 | $33,230 | $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 Providence College, approximately 13% 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 8 similar programs in RI. Actual outcomes may vary.