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Best Communication and Media Studies Schools in California
Top Communication and Media Studies programs in California ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 39
Avg major earnings: $60,141
Top Communication and Media Studies Programs in California
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | USC #26 national | $63,317 |
| 2 | UC Berkeley #36 national | $76,374 |
| 3 | UC Davis #40 national | $60,820 |
| 4 | UC Santa Barbara #48 national | $61,114 |
| 5 | Cal Poly SLO #52 national | $60,521 |
| 6 | Santa Clara University #54 national | $71,818 |
| 7 | UC San Diego #57 national | $55,039 |
| 8 | San Diego State University #123 national | $50,264 |
| 9 | California State University-Long Beach #125 national | $49,107 |
| 10 | Pepperdine University #144 national | $53,036 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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