Compare to Similar Programs in California

Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (68 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Massachusetts Global
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo$62,183$60,521$14,9280.24
Ashford University$58,089$41,621$37,1880.64
Santa Clara University$51,720$71,818$18,5000.36
Pepperdine University$48,398$53,036$19,6670.41
University of Phoenix-California$47,919$49,715$45,0000.94
National Median$34,959$25,0000.72

Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
$11,075$62,183$14,928
Ashford University
San Diego
$13,160$58,089$37,188
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara
$59,241$51,720$18,500
Pepperdine University
Malibu
$66,742$48,398$19,667
University of Phoenix-California
Ontario
$47,919$45,000

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 University of Massachusetts Global, approximately 23% 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.