Communication Sciences at Abilene Christian University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, consider the program at Abilene Christian University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Abilene Christian University is located in Abilene, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 73 communication sciences degrees were awarded at Abilene Christian University.
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Studying Online at Abilene Christian University
Distance learning is available at Abilene Christian University. Of 5,219 students, 1,583 (30%) studied exclusively online and 805 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Abilene Christian University
Rankings can help you compare Abilene Christian University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #9 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 34 |
| Best Value | Texas | #18 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #28 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #98 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #257 of 302 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Abilene Christian University
Those who finish Abilene Christian University’s Communication Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,118 |
| 2 years | $63,005 |
| 3 years | $52,550 |
| 4 years | $58,914 |
| 5 years | $61,543 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication Sciences graduates from Abilene Christian University earn a median of $58,914, compared with $59,417 for all Abilene Christian University graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Abilene Christian University stands at $16,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Communication Sciences graduates at Abilene Christian University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication Sciences graduates at Abilene Christian University are 99% women (72) and 1% men (1).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Abilene Christian University
Of the 26 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Abilene Christian University, 96% were women (25) and 4% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Abilene Christian University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 27% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Abilene Christian University, below the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Abilene Christian University
Among the 47 master’s communication sciences graduates at Abilene Christian University, 100% were women (47) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Abilene Christian University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 34% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Abilene Christian University, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Abilene Christian University
This Communication Sciences program at Abilene Christian University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech-Language Pathology | 73 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at Abilene Christian University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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