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Communication and Media Studies at University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Manchester, NH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $43,551/yr (24% vs median)

AI Risk High (55% exposed)

Job Market Large (83,300 openings/yr)

ROI 9.6x earnings multiple (4.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #40 of 613 Communication and Media Studies programs Top 10%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Communication and Media Studies graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$625K	$608K	$544K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.9x	9.6x	8.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.4x	4.3x	3.8x
Probability of Field Employment	46%	40%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	51	44

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$63,280

Out-of-state: $142,120 (4.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$53,208

16% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,990

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$69,538

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of New Hampshire at Manchester's Communication and Media Studies graduates start at $43,551/yr — above the $35,147 national average, though not by a wide margin.

A 9.6x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 13% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Communication and Media Studies career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,990 against $43,551/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

At #40 of 613 programs, this Communication and Media Studies program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The $43,551-to-$69,538 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of New Hampshire at Manchester

A 87% acceptance rate means University of New Hampshire at Manchester is accessible to most applicants, a smaller institution with 486 students in Manchester, NH.

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Top Career Paths

Public relations managers $138,520/yr

Fundraising managers $123,480/yr

Communications teachers, postsecondary $77,800/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 51/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Communication and Media Studies at University of New Hampshire at Manchester?

At 51/100, University of New Hampshire at Manchester's Communication and Media Studies program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Communication and Media Studies at University of New Hampshire at Manchester?

The 55% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →