Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Rogers State University

Rogers State University's Radio, Television, and Digital Communication program reports first-year earnings of $38,684—nearly $9,000 above the national median for this field. That 94th percentile national ranking is impressive, though the 60th percentile within Oklahoma suggests the state's small program pool (just 4 schools) may be performing unusually well overall. The debt load of $22,985 is reasonable, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.59 that puts graduates in a manageable repayment position.

The major caveat here is sample size: with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift significantly year to year. A few high earners can dramatically skew the median in either direction. That said, the combination of strong national performance and moderate debt suggests this program is doing something right in preparing students for the workforce—whether through practical skills training, industry connections, or simply matching students to Oklahoma's media market effectively.

For parents comparing media programs, this data point is encouraging but incomplete. The earnings advantage over typical programs is substantial enough to warrant serious consideration, especially for Oklahoma residents paying in-state tuition. Just recognize that next year's cohort might tell a different story, and you'll want to investigate what specific opportunities or employer relationships are driving these outcomes.