Communication and Media Studies at Stephen F Austin State University
Ranked 191st of 307 bachelor's programs in Communication and Media Studies by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Communication and Media Studies (bachelor's) graduates.
Graduates of Stephen F Austin State University's bachelor's program in Communication and Media Studies earn a median $37,070 one year after graduating, rising to $51,365 by year five. Five years out, earnings run 12% below the national median of $58,421 for this field, ranking 191st of 307 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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