Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $31,621 track close to the $35,147 national median for Communication and Media Studies programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.1x 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 9% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$31,621 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #531 out of 613 programs, Hanover College's financial outcomes for Communication and Media Studies trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $31,621 to $52,270 over five years (65% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.