Communication and Media Studies at American Public University System
Charles Town, WV · Associate's Degree · about 44 graduates a year
American Public University System graduates in communication and media studies earn 3% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 31% of one year’s pay at that point.
How American Public University System Compares for Communication and Media Studies
All 53 colleges reporting communication and media studies earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Valley College Saratoga, CA | $65,280 | $59,401 | #3 | — |
| 2 | College of San Mateo San Mateo, CA | $65,120 | $59,255 | #4 | — |
| 3 | Evergreen Valley College San Jose, CA | $63,835 | $58,086 | #5 | — |
| 4 | Skyline College San Bruno, CA | $61,426 | $55,894 | #6 | — |
| 5 | San Diego City College San Diego, CA | $60,716 | $55,248 | #7 | — |
| 6 | Salt Lake Community College Salt Lake City, UT | $56,408 | $53,462 | #8 | — |
| 7 | San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA | $56,321 | $51,248 | #9 | — |
| 8 | University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH | $55,995 | $59,755 | #1 | $38,767 |
| 9 | University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH | $55,995 | $59,755 | #2 | $38,767 |
| 10 | Orange Coast College Costa Mesa, CA | $53,829 | $48,981 | #13 | — |
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| 28 | CUNY LaGuardia Community College Long Island City, NY | $43,801 | $41,689 | #25 | $23,307 |
| 29 | CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College New York, NY | $43,763 | $41,653 | #26 | $26,437 |
| 30 | County College of Morris Randolph, NJ | $43,668 | $38,327 | #36 | $15,905 |
| 31 | American Public University System Charles Town, WV | $42,077 | $49,779 | #12 | — |
| 32 | Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA | $40,635 | $36,975 | #38 | — |
| 33 | Butte College Oroville, CA | $39,968 | $36,368 | #39 | — |
| 34 | Diablo Valley College Pleasant Hill, CA | $39,912 | $36,317 | #40 | — |
Other Majors at American Public University System by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection | $77,650 | — | #10 of 25 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $65,318 | $47,518 | #21 of 547 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $63,895 | $52,108 | #5 of 947 |
| Data Processing | $63,673 | $44,801 | #1 of 21 |
| Homeland Security | $63,213 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | $61,313 | $44,027 | #45 of 205 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $55,726 | $46,978 | #65 of 426 |
| Real Estate | $53,534 | $43,251 | — |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | $51,579 | $41,350 | #4 of 12 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $47,537 | $42,509 | #136 of 225 |
| Public Health | $39,409 | $36,794 | #14 of 14 |
| Legal Support Services | $39,259 | $40,049 | #98 of 109 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $38,583 | $16,558 | #27 of 93 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do American Public University System communication and media studies graduates make?
Graduates earn $42,077 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does American Public University System rank for communication and media studies?
Among 53 colleges reporting earnings for communication and media studies graduates, American Public University System ranks #31 by median pay four years after graduation, and #12 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is communication and media studies at American Public University System worth it?
Its graduates earn 3% less than the national median for communication and media studies ($43,243), and the median federal debt at graduation is $13,011.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.