Communication and Media Studies at Rochester Community and Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Rochester Community and Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rochester Community and Technical College graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all communication and media studies certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Communication and Media Studies certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Community and Technical College | $27,798 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $28,447 | — | $23,062 | 0.81 |
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 Rochester Community and Technical College, approximately 29% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.