Program Analysis
Graduates earn $37,807/yr, edging above the $35,147 national average for Communication and Media Studies — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.
The 14.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 55% task exposure — and the 5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $20,307 debt-to-$37,807 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #215 out of 613 programs, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay's Communication and Media Studies offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $37,807 to $43,266 over five years (14% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.