Communication and Media Studies at University of Hawaii at Manoa

Master's Degree

Location: Honolulu, HI•In-State Tuition: $12,186•Out-of-State Tuition: $34,218•Admission Rate: 70%•Avg SAT: 1157
Median Earnings (1yr)
$36,568
5th percentile
Sample Size
16
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Hawaii at Manoa graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Hawaii at Manoa graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all communication and media studies masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Hawaii

Communication and Media Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in Hawaii (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Hawaii at Manoa$36,568———
National Median$50,050———

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 University of Hawaii at Manoa, approximately 25% 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.