Communication & Journalism at Ashland University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Ashland University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Ashland University is in Ashland, OH.
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Online Class Availability at Ashland University
Distance learning is available at Ashland University. Among 4,106 students, 877 (21%) studied exclusively online and 1,484 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Ashland University
Rankings can help you compare Ashland University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #15 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #25 of 29 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #84 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #107 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #675 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #826 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Ashland University
Those who finish Ashland University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,509 |
| 2 years | $26,896 |
| 4 years | $43,392 |
| 5 years | $53,786 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Ashland University report median earnings of $43,392, compared with $58,120 for all Ashland University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Ashland University comes in at $14,875.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Ashland University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
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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