Communication and Media Studies at Trinity International University-Illinois
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Trinity International University-Illinois graduates compare to all programs nationally
Trinity International University-Illinois graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 41th percentile of all communication and media studies bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (45 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity International University-Illinois | $33,341 | $36,198 | $24,131* | — |
| Northwestern University | $52,210 | $77,066 | $18,112* | 0.35 |
| DeVry University-Illinois | $47,622 | $47,238 | $56,858* | 1.19 |
| Lake Forest College | $42,835 | $55,601 | $27,000* | 0.63 |
| Elmhurst University | $41,423 | — | —* | — |
| Augustana College | $40,806 | $52,732 | $26,375* | 0.65 |
| National Median | $34,959 | — | $25,000* | 0.72 |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $52,210 | $18,112 |
| DeVry University-Illinois Lisle | $17,488 | $47,622 | $56,858 |
| Lake Forest College Lake Forest | $54,202 | $42,835 | $27,000 |
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $41,628 | $41,423 | — |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $49,834 | $40,806 | $26,375 |
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 Trinity International University-Illinois, approximately 33% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.