Communication and Media Studies at University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI · Bachelor's Degree · about 29 graduates a year
University of Wisconsin-Parkside graduates in communication and media studies earn 4% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 41% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Wisconsin-Parkside Compares for Communication and Media Studies
All 660 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 | University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | $114,266 | $116,210 | #1 | $53,022 |
| 2 | Northwestern University Evanston, IL | $93,541 | $91,903 | #2 | $52,210 |
| 3 | Cornell University Ithaca, NY | $88,463 | $84,198 | #4 | $62,182 |
| 4 | Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA | $84,206 | $76,622 | #11 | $51,720 |
| 5 | Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA | $83,586 | $73,606 | #15 | $55,162 |
| 6 | Villanova University Villanova, PA | $81,497 | $82,883 | #7 | $52,294 |
| 7 | Boston University Boston, MA | $80,306 | $70,718 | #30 | $47,349 |
| 8 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $80,191 | $70,617 | #31 | $47,465 |
| 9 | Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA | $80,191 | $70,617 | #32 | $47,465 |
| 10 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI | $79,648 | $83,980 | #5 | $50,556 |
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| 333 | Linfield University Mcminnville, OR | $54,091 | $54,410 | #331 | $30,860 |
| 334 | California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA | $54,007 | $49,143 | #500 | $30,179 |
| 335 | Alma College Alma, MI | $53,947 | $56,881 | #242 | — |
| 336 | University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI | $53,923 | $56,109 | #280 | $37,107 |
| 337 | Bethel University Saint Paul, MN | $53,868 | $51,455 | #423 | $40,019 |
| 338 | Lynn University Boca Raton, FL | $53,858 | $57,325 | #233 | — |
| 339 | Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI | $53,825 | $56,752 | #248 | $36,348 |
Other Majors at University of Wisconsin-Parkside by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $89,495 | $64,354 | #246 of 349 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $70,370 | $53,588 | #136 of 166 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | $67,130 | — | #25 of 61 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $64,177 | $47,648 | #631 of 796 |
| Business/Commerce | $63,554 | $45,679 | #173 of 271 |
| Marketing | $62,014 | $40,916 | #361 of 516 |
| Biology | $60,928 | $35,990 | #306 of 841 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $56,790 | $50,190 | #161 of 275 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $55,240 | $30,655 | #246 of 610 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $54,156 | $42,342 | #346 of 660 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | $47,123 | $29,117 | #132 of 138 |
| Psychology | $46,647 | $29,952 | #719 of 1027 |
| Sociology | $46,005 | $35,710 | #373 of 462 |
| History | $42,349 | — | #415 of 459 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $40,410 | $36,920 | #266 of 299 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $37,110 | $25,306 | #177 of 255 |
| English Language and Literature | $34,689 | — | #566 of 576 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $31,577 | — | #398 of 423 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Wisconsin-Parkside communication and media studies graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $37,107 one year after graduating and $53,923 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Wisconsin-Parkside rank for communication and media studies?
Among 660 colleges reporting earnings for communication and media studies graduates, University of Wisconsin-Parkside ranks #336 by median pay four years after graduation, and #280 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is communication and media studies at University of Wisconsin-Parkside worth it?
Its graduates earn 4% less than the national median for communication and media studies ($56,359), and the median federal debt at graduation is $21,987.
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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.