Communication and Media Studies at Regent University

Doctoral Degree

Location: Virginia Beach, VA•In-State Tuition: $20,686•Admission Rate: 41%•Avg SAT: 1169
Median Earnings (1yr)
$72,990
95th percentile
Sample Size
26
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Regent University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Regent University graduates earn $73k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all communication and media studies doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia

Communication and Media Studies doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Regent University$72,990$72,626——
National Median$70,955———

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 Regent University, approximately 48% 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.