Compare 6 Communication, General. programs in District of Columbia. Average earnings: $44,345.
Communication, General programs produce graduates earning between $22,329 and $65,477—a $43K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in DC, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
George Washington University's Communication program leads with graduates earning $65,477, well above the $44,345 average across all programs. American University follows at $64,488, while The Catholic University of America reaches $62,150—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
Highest program earnings: $65,477
Strong outcomes ($62,150) with 84% acceptance
6.5% payment burden | Excellent
17.9% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | George Washington UniversityPrivate | $65,477 | 33 | $20,449 | Excellent | $30,881 | Manageable |
| #2 | American UniversityPrivate | $64,488 | 34 | $22,750 | Excellent | $39,169 | Challenging |
| #3 | $62,150 | 11 | $26,000 | Good | $50,215 | High | |
| #4 | Howard UniversityPrivate | $25,878 | 55 | $24,500 | High | $58,682 | High |
| #5 | Gallaudet UniversityPrivate | $25,747 | 25 | $18,000 | High | $15,442 | High |
| #6 | $22,329 | 13 | $28,250 | High | $18,497 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
