Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at University of Miami

University of Miami graduates from this program earn $35,263 their first year—beating 81% of similar programs nationally and landing solidly above Florida's state median of $33,178. While the program doesn't quite reach Southeastern University's top earnings in the state, it outperforms flagship competitors like UF and FSU while keeping debt surprisingly manageable at $19,500. That's actually below the state median and roughly half of first-year earnings, which creates breathing room most media graduates don't enjoy.

The tradeoff here is clear: you're paying private school tuition (though with relatively moderate borrowing) for outcomes that are good but not exceptional within Florida's competitive media landscape. The 60th percentile state ranking means this program sits in the middle of the pack locally, even as it performs well nationally—a reflection of Florida's strong media market overall. For families attracted to UM's 19% admission rate and robust campus resources, these are respectable returns that won't saddle graduates with crushing debt.

The practical takeaway: if your child is choosing between this and UF or FSU purely on career outcomes, the earnings advantage is modest (about $2,000 annually). But if they're already drawn to UM's highly selective environment and Miami's media ecosystem, the financial picture won't derail their career launch. This program delivers solid value without the debt burden that makes many media degrees risky.