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Cheapest Communication and Media Studies Colleges in Utah

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

Utah Tech University carries the highest debt load at $19,555 among public schools offering Communication and Media Studies, while Utah Valley University delivers the lowest net cost at just $8,463. The 82% graduation rate at Brigham Young University stands out significantly in a state where most programs hover around 40-60% completion rates. Utah's Silicon Slopes tech corridor creates strong demand for digital media professionals, with University of Utah graduates earning $39,369 annually in this growing market.
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Programs
$8,463 – $26,536
Net Price Range
$34,197
Avg. Program Earnings
56.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Communication and Media Studies Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
2 $10,722 $6,391 43.0%
3 $11,432 $6,770 59.0% 83.9%
4 $12,869 $9,228 57.3% 93.7%
5 $13,172 $9,315 63.9% 89.1%
6 $14,487 $6,496 82.2% 66.7%
7 $15,265 $6,074 34.2%
8 $26,536 $41,416 69.4% 69.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide gap between public and private program costs?

Westminster University costs $26,536 annually while Utah Valley University charges just $8,463, creating an $18,073 difference between the most expensive private and cheapest public option. Public universities benefit from state funding that keeps tuition low for residents, with in-state rates ranging from $6,074 to $9,315.

How do graduation rates vary across Utah's Communication programs?

Brigham Young University leads with an 82% graduation rate, nearly double the 43% rate at Weber State University. The University of Utah maintains a solid 64% completion rate, while Utah Tech University graduates only 34% of its Communication students.

Where do Communication graduates earn the most after graduation?

University of Utah graduates command the highest salaries at $39,369 annually, benefiting from proximity to Salt Lake City's media market and tech companies. Westminster University graduates earn significantly less at $28,236 despite paying the highest tuition costs.

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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.