Compare to Similar Programs in District of Columbia

Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in District of Columbia (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Trinity Washington University
George Washington University$50,552$65,477$25,0000.49
The Catholic University of America$43,259$62,150$27,0000.62
American University$36,980$64,488$22,6110.61
Gallaudet University$25,747$25,0000.97
National Median$34,959$25,0000.72

Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in District of Columbia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across District of Columbia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
George Washington University
Washington
$64,990$50,552$25,000
The Catholic University of America
Washington
$55,834$43,259$27,000
American University
Washington
$56,543$36,980$22,611
Gallaudet University
Washington
$18,382$25,747$25,000

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 Washington University, approximately 51% 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.