Best Communication and Media Studies Schools in Kansas

Kansas has 10 colleges offering Communication and Media Studies programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 383 recent graduates. Graduates earn $32,468 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $33,406.

Schools in KS

$32,468

KS Avg. Earnings

$33,406

National Avg.

777

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Communication and Media Studies in Kansas

Public Schools (5)

$32,593

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$35,060

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $2,467 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Communication and Media Studies Schools in Kansas, Ranked by Earnings

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS · Public

$41,106

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,383

Graduates: 124

Acceptance: 88.2%

Ottawa University-Ottawa

Ottawa, KS · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 80.0%

Ottawa University-Kansas City

Overland Park, KS ·

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Ottawa University-Online

Overland Park, KS · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS · Public

$31,305

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,824

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 79.4%

Wichita State University

Wichita, KS · Public

$31,547

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,854

Graduates: 81

Acceptance: 94.9%

Washburn University

Topeka, KS ·

$29,250

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,706

Graduates: 47

Acceptance: N/A

Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg, KS · Public

$28,598

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,907

Graduates: 80

Acceptance: 88.2%

Emporia State University

Emporia, KS · Public

$30,409

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,007

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 97.7%

#10

Baker University

Baldwin City, KS · Private

$35,060

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 92.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Communication and Media Studies in Kansas?

University of Kansas ranks #1 for Communication and Media Studies in Kansas with median graduate earnings of $41,106 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Communication and Media Studies programs in the state.

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates earn in Kansas?

Communication and Media Studies graduates in Kansas earn an average of $32,468 within two years of graduation. This is 3% below the national average of $33,406 for this major.

What is the hardest Communication and Media Studies school to get into in Kansas?

Kansas State University is the most selective Communication and Media Studies program in Kansas with an acceptance rate of 79.4%. The average acceptance rate across Communication and Media Studies programs in the state is 88.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Communication and Media Studies in Kansas?

In Kansas, private Communication and Media Studies programs produce average earnings of $35,060 vs $32,593 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Kansas

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $70,137 Industrial Engineering $66,731 Computer and Information Sciences, General $66,274 Architectural Engineering $65,557 Chemical Engineering $65,089 Computer Engineering $64,990 Civil Engineering $61,395 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $60,823

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.