by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at American University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 4 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, American University as a strong choice for communication & media studies, coming in at #52 out of 778 schools nationally.
The table below lists every degree level offered in communication & media studies at American University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 31 |
| Master’s | 50 |
| Doctoral | 3 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, American University conferred 31 bachelor’s degrees in communication & media studies.
American University is among the very best schools in the country for communication & media studies at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 4 schools by College Factual.
Communication & Media Studies graduates with a bachelor’s degree from American University report a median salary of $78,683 a year. This is higher than $75,429, the median for all majors at American University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at American University, communication & media studies graduates take on a median debt of $22,611 in student loans. This is below $24,223, the typical median for all majors at American University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $50,542 | $57,952 |
| Fees | $819 | $819 |
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Among recent graduates, 19% of communication & media studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 81% went to women.
The largest share of communication & media studies bachelor’s degree graduates at American University were White. Approximately 45% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from American University with a bachelor’s in communication & media studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 3 |
American University awarded 31 bachelor’s completions in mass communication/media studies recently — 81% to women and 19% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (45%).
Graduate study is also available at American University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Communication & Media Studies | 50 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Communication & Media Studies | 3 |
