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Broadcasting & Digital Media at International College of Broadcasting

Dayton, OH · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Radio, Television, and Digital Communication

a compact campus enrolling 44 students in Dayton, OH.

Program Analysis

International College of Broadcasting's Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates start at $25,882/yr — above the $23,947 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 10.9x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Broadcasting & Digital Media career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At $25,667 against $25,882/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #16 ranking among 16 Broadcasting & Digital Media programs places International College of Broadcasting in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The 6 apprenticeship pathways connected to Broadcasting & Digital Media reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

38 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
33
Low End
38
Score
41
High End
Earnings $25,882/yr (8% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (52% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (144,300 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$271K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
10.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$24,860
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,667
11.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Managers, all other $136,550 +4.5% 53%
Web and digital interface designers $98,090 +7.0% 33%
Producers and directors $83,480 +4.9% 58%
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
Web and digital interface designers
$98,090
+7.0% growth 33% AI-proof
Producers and directors
$83,480
+4.9% growth 58% AI-proof

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Broadcasting & Digital Media Career Guide

Explore what Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 16 programs nationwide.

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Broadcasting & Digital Media Overview

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Broadcasting & Digital Media at Other Schools

University of Georgia ($41,858) University of Missouri-Columbia ($38,728) Husson University ($33,271) Southern Maine Community College ($29,853) Austin Community College District ($26,951) Baker College ($24,167) SUNY Broome Community College ($20,705) Ohio Media School-Valley View ($18,896)

Other Majors at International College of Broadcasting

Music ($35,491)

Trade Certificate vs. Bachelor's Degree

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 38/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Broadcasting & Digital Media at International College of Broadcasting?
At 38/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Broadcasting & Digital Media programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
What's the AI risk for Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates from International College of Broadcasting?
Our scenarios model 48% of Broadcasting & Digital Media tasks as AI-exposed. That doesn't mean job loss — it means role evolution. International College of Broadcasting's 38/100 score weights this risk into the overall assessment.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates?
Yes — 6 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Broadcasting & Digital Media career paths, including Digital Video Editor (Existing Title: Film Or Video Tape Editor). Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at International College of Broadcasting.
How many job openings are there for Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates?
The very large job market (144,300 annual openings) works in favor of Broadcasting & Digital Media graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →