Communication & Journalism at Austin Peay State University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Austin Peay State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Austin Peay State University is located in Clarksville, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Austin Peay State University
Online coursework is an option at Austin Peay State University. Of 10,439 students, 2,718 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,403 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Austin Peay State University
Rankings can help you compare Austin Peay State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #7 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #91 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #147 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #439 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #789 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Austin Peay State University
Graduates of Austin Peay State University’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,182 |
| 2 years | $36,379 |
| 3 years | $39,714 |
| 4 years | $46,360 |
| 5 years | $44,606 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Austin Peay State University take home a median $46,360, compared with $43,767 for all Austin Peay State University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Austin Peay State University is $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Austin Peay State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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