Cheapest Communication and Media Studies Colleges in Oregon

Portland State University offers Oregon's cheapest Communication and Media Studies program at just $12,932 net cost, despite being the state's largest urban university. The $23,439 gap between PSU and the most expensive program shows how dramatically costs vary across Oregon's 17 schools. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with six of the seven cheapest programs offered by state institutions. This pricing advantage matters in Oregon's competitive media market, where companies like Nike headquarters their global marketing operations and Portland's advertising agencies serve tech giants throughout the Pacific Northwest. Graduates from these programs enter a job market where median earnings range from $28,598 to $34,704, making program affordability a key factor in long-term financial success.

Programs

$12,932 – $36,371

Net Price Range

$31,584

Avg. Program Earnings

62.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

17 Communication and Media Studies Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Portland State University Portland, Oregon	$12,932	$11,238	53.1%	93.1%
2	Eastern Oregon University La Grande, Oregon	$15,987	$10,671	36.6%	98.5%
3	Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, Oregon	$16,391	$12,687	59.1%	92.6%
4	Southern Oregon University Ashland, Oregon	$16,470	$12,093	44.2%	88.0%
5	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, Oregon	$17,722	$12,594	51.2%	79.0%
6	Western Oregon University Monmouth, Oregon	$18,290	$11,025	44.8%	83.4%
7	Warner Pacific University Portland, Oregon	$18,818	$21,010	82.1%	72.3%
8	Oregon State University Corvallis, Oregon	$19,568	$13,494	70.6%	82.5%
9	University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon	$21,782	$15,669	71.5%	86.3%
10	Bushnell University Eugene, Oregon	$23,520	$34,740	61.8%	66.9%
11	Willamette University Salem, Oregon	$23,663	$48,268	72.7%	80.6%
12	Corban University Salem, Oregon	$25,525	$37,208	61.0%	34.8%
13	Linfield University McMinnville, Oregon	$27,341	$49,530	65.2%	88.7%
14	George Fox University Newberg, Oregon	$29,981	$40,940	68.7%	91.7%
15	Pacific University Forest Grove, Oregon	$35,350	$54,466	64.8%	92.3%
16	Lewis & Clark College Portland, Oregon	$36,084	$62,350	71.2%	68.6%
17	University of Portland Portland, Oregon	$36,371	$54,900	80.4%	92.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Portland State University's program the most affordable option?

Portland State offers the lowest net cost at $12,932 while maintaining a 93.09% acceptance rate and strong graduate earning potential of $34,633. The university's urban location provides direct access to Portland's media and marketing industry. Students benefit from internship opportunities with local companies while keeping educational costs low through competitive in-state tuition of just $11,238.

How do public versus private program costs compare in Oregon?

Public universities dominate the affordable tier, with all programs under $20,000 net cost coming from state institutions. Private schools like Linfield University charge $27,341 net cost compared to Oregon State's $19,568. However, some private institutions offer higher graduation rates, with Warner Pacific achieving 82.1% compared to the 53.1% average at more affordable public options.

Does program affordability affect graduate earnings in Oregon?

Graduate earnings show little correlation with program cost across Oregon schools. Portland State's cheapest program produces graduates earning $34,633, while Linfield University's more expensive program yields $28,598 median earnings. Oregon's tech and healthcare industries provide solid earning potential regardless of where students complete their Communication studies. The $6,106 earnings gap suggests that location and networking opportunities may matter more than tuition price.

Where can students find the best value for graduation rates?

Oregon State University offers strong value with a 70.6% graduation rate at $19,568 net cost. Eastern Oregon University provides the lowest in-state tuition at $10,671 but has only a 36.6% graduation rate. Students seeking both affordability and completion success should consider Oregon State Cascades Campus, which maintains a 51.2% graduation rate while keeping net costs at $17,722.

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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.