Communication & Journalism at Boise State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Boise State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Boise State University is located in Boise, ID.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boise State University
Online coursework is an option at Boise State University. Among 27,198 students, 5,241 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,178 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Boise State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boise State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 32 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #27 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #258 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #542 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Boise State University
Those who finish Boise 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 | $33,023 |
| 2 years | $34,126 |
| 3 years | $38,848 |
| 4 years | $47,232 |
| 5 years | $56,470 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Boise State University earn a median of $47,232, compared with $56,673 for all Boise State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Boise State University stands at $23,036.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Boise State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, 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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