Program Analysis
Graduates earn $35,992/yr, roughly in line with the $35,147 national median for Communication and Media Studies. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
The 3.2x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 55% task exposure — and the 15% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $26,000 debt-to-$35,992 income ratio translates to about 9 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #302 out of 613 programs, Pace University's Communication and Media Studies offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth from $35,992 to $72,510 over five years (101% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.