Communications Technology programs produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $19,227 to $73,091 across 43 ranked programs. The $39,166 average program earnings reflects the diversity of specializations within this field, from traditional journalism to digital media careers, demonstrating why program selection significantly impacts long-term earning potential.
Leading the list is Rochester Institute Of Technology, achieving the highest program earnings at $73,091. The top tier includes Ringling College Of Art And Design at $69,773 and California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo at $67,063, with these programs delivering median earnings substantially above the field average and demonstrating strong preparation for competitive media careers.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Brigham Young UniversityPrivate | Provo, UT | $74,650 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $9,531 | 69.2% | 82.2% |
| #2 | Rochester, NY | $73,091 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $24,475 | 71.4% | 70.8% | |
| #3 | Sarasota, FL | $69,773 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $50,332 | 67.4% | 70.8% | |
| #4 | San Luis Obispo, CA | $67,063 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $6,476 | 29.8% | 85.2% | |
| #5 | George Mason UniversityPublic | Fairfax, VA | $53,634 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $12,197 | 88.8% | 69.3% |
| #6 | Tempe, AZ | $53,609 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $8,909 | 90.2% | 67.8% | |
| #7 | Menomonie, WI | $53,199 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $10,499 | 84.7% | 52.5% | |
| #8 | Columbia College ChicagoPrivate | Chicago, IL | $49,626 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $21,821 | 91.2% | 48.5% |
| #9 | Normal, IL | $49,242 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $11,075 | 89.0% | 66.3% | |
| #10 | Bradley UniversityPrivate | Peoria, IL | $48,515 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $17,762 | 76.7% | 72.1% |
| #11 | Loyola Marymount UniversityPrivate | Los Angeles, CA | $48,260 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $30,208 | 40.3% | 79.8% |
| #12 | Newark, NJ | $47,959 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $11,534 | 66.9% | 73.1% | |
| #13 | Framingham, MA | $47,668 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $10,802 | 84.9% | 49.5% | |
| #14 | Carroll UniversityPrivate | Waukesha, WI | $46,659 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $18,992 | 58.4% | 69.6% |
| #15 | Laguna Beach, CA | $46,570 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $36,856 | 77.6% | 63.0% | |
| #16 | Bowie State UniversityPublic | Bowie, MD | $46,486 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $16,935 | 83.5% | 38.1% |
| #17 | American UniversityPrivate | Washington, DC | $46,422 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $21,176 | 47.4% | 78.5% |
| #18 | San Francisco, CA | $46,179 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $32,800 | 73.4% | 58.7% | |
| #19 | Long Island UniversityPrivate | Brookville, NY | $45,954 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $20,478 | 89.8% | 55.4% |
| #20 | Cedar Falls, IA | $44,174 Median Communications Technology Earnings | $10,170 | 94.4% | 68.9% |
