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Cheapest Communication and Media Studies Colleges in Florida

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Florida State College at Jacksonville offers Communication and Media Studies students the state's most affordable education at just $2,760 net price, making it nearly four times cheaper than the next closest option. This dramatic cost advantage comes during a period of growth for Florida's media market, where tourism marketing, sports broadcasting, and digital content creation fuel demand across Tampa Bay, South Florida, and Central Florida markets. While private institutions like Stetson University charge over $21,000 annually, the state's public universities cluster between $8,000-$11,000, with Florida State University graduates earning the highest salaries at $36,291 despite an 83% graduation rate. The gap between lowest and highest earnings spans $16,151, reflecting the broad career paths available from corporate communications in Miami's international business sector to sports media in major markets like Orlando and Tampa.
34
Programs
$2,760 – $40,289
Net Price Range
$31,442
Avg. Program Earnings
55.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

34 Communication and Media Studies Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $2,760 $2,878 32.4%
2 $8,001 $4,879 64.3% 81.3%
3 $8,155 $6,360 61.8% 48.0%
4 $9,133 $6,565 73.9% 63.9%
5 $10,043 $6,410 74.6% 43.9%
6 $10,319 $6,118 56.0% 74.4%
7 $10,353 $6,389 68.2% 70.5%
8 $10,650 $6,368 75.1% 41.0%
9 $10,997 $5,656 83.0% 25.0%
10 $13,580 $14,878 28.0% 83.5%
11 $14,892 $14,794 27.8% 85.0%
12 $18,467 $28,360 48.8% 80.1%
13 $19,733 $11,665 21.6% 57.7%
14 $21,007 $28,160 34.9% 55.1%
15 $21,318 $55,220 62.8% 93.8%
16 $22,527 $18,920 50.6% 71.7%
17 $22,978 $33,450 36.6% 59.6%
18 $23,655 $28,222 55.5% 44.2%
19 $24,275 $34,770 43.4% 65.2%
20 $26,255 $46,180 57.0% 57.7%
21 $29,664 $42,360 69.3% 56.6%
22 $29,932 $32,150 26.0% 49.0%
23 $29,951 $26,610 55.9% 81.0%
24 $30,209 $31,732 43.3% 60.9%
25 $31,303 $37,080 64.3% 75.8%
26 $31,759 $26,417 49.6%
27 $32,751 $37,990 58.9% 94.7%
28 $33,011 $50,374 67.6% 65.1%
29 $33,847 $58,300 76.9% 50.0%
30 $35,300 $44,360 65.5% 64.4%
31 $35,634 $33,424 61.9% 26.4%
32 $36,803 $59,926 84.2% 18.9%
33 $38,222 $42,950 52.7% 80.1%
34 $40,289 $42,304 67.4% 64.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Florida State College at Jacksonville so much cheaper than other programs?

The $2,760 net price reflects the school's community college model and extensive financial aid packages. However, students should note the 32.40% graduation rate, which trails significantly behind four-year universities. The program serves as an affordable entry point, though many students transfer to complete bachelor's degrees elsewhere.

How do graduation rates compare between public and private Communication programs?

Public universities show a wide range, from Florida State College's 32.40% to Florida State University's 83%. Private institutions like Bethune-Cookman University graduate only 27.80% of students despite charging $14,892 annually. The highest graduation rates belong to University of Central Florida at 75.10% and University of South Florida at 74.60%.

Does acceptance rate indicate program quality or competitiveness?

Florida State University maintains the most selective admissions at 25.04%, correlating with its highest graduate earnings of $36,291. University of Central Florida and University of South Florida also show selective admissions below 45%. Private schools generally accept 80-95% of applicants but often struggle with retention and completion.

What salary differences exist between Communication graduates across Florida schools?

Graduate earnings span from $20,140 at Bethune-Cookman University to $36,291 at Florida State University, an 80% difference. Most public university graduates earn between $27,000-$35,000, while the limited private school data shows more variation. Florida International University graduates command $35,372, reflecting Miami's international media market.

How does student debt load vary among affordable Communication programs?

University of North Florida graduates carry the lowest debt at $15,000, while Stetson University students average $27,000 despite high net costs. Most public universities cluster between $17,000-$18,500 in graduate debt. The debt-to-earnings ratio remains reasonable at public institutions, typically under 60% of starting salaries.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.