Communication and Media Studies at Dutchess Community College
Ranked 22nd of 35 associate programs in Communication and Media Studies by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Communication and Media Studies (associate) graduates.
Graduates of Dutchess Community College's associate program in Communication and Media Studies earn a median $27,063 one year after graduating, rising to $62,158 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 0% above the national median of $40,654 for this field, ranking 22nd of 35 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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