Communication and Media Studies at University of San Francisco
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Communication and Media Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in California (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Francisco | $53,109* | — | — | — |
| Stanford University | $69,670* | $139,678 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $68,587* | $84,913 | — | — |
| National University | $55,730* | $67,877 | — | — |
| San Diego State University | $50,487* | $75,736 | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $46,382* | $83,692 | — | — |
| National Median | $50,050* | — | — | — |
Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University Stanford | $62,484 | $69,670 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $68,587 | — |
| National University San Diego | $13,320 | $55,730 | — |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $8,290 | $50,487 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $46,382 | — |
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 San Francisco, approximately 27% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.