Communication and Media Studies at Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Oklahoma
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | $31,643* | — | $24,063* | — |
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus | $45,009* | $49,558 | $25,000* | 0.56 |
| Oral Roberts University | $39,206* | $41,127 | $27,000* | 0.69 |
| Northeastern State University | $34,703* | — | —* | — |
| Oklahoma Christian University | $28,582* | — | —* | — |
| University of Tulsa | $27,612* | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $34,959* | — | $25,000* | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman | $9,595 | $45,009 | $25,000 |
| Oral Roberts University Tulsa | $34,100 | $39,206 | $27,000 |
| Northeastern State University Tahlequah | $7,513 | $34,703 | — |
| Oklahoma Christian University Edmond | $25,900 | $28,582 | — |
| University of Tulsa Tulsa | $48,602 | $27,612 | — |
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 Southwestern Oklahoma State University, approximately 38% 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 6 similar programs in OK. Actual outcomes may vary.