Radio, Television, and Digital Communication at Parkland College
Ranked 19th of 20 associate programs in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (associate) graduates.
Graduates of Parkland College's associate program in Radio, Television, and Digital Communication earn a median $28,057 one year after graduating, rising to $49,399 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 18% below the national median of $41,244 for this field, ranking 19th of 20 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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