Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia

Communication and Media Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (8 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
West Virginia Wesleyan College
West Virginia State University$26,351$37,669$30,7881.17
Shepherd University$23,653$36,731$19,5580.83
National Median$34,959$25,0000.72

Other Communication and Media Studies Programs in West Virginia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
West Virginia State University
Institute
$9,049$26,351$30,788
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown
$8,642$23,653$19,558

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 West Virginia Wesleyan College, approximately 37% 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.