Communication & Journalism at Boston University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Boston University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Boston University is in Boston, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boston University
Online coursework is an option at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Boston University
Use these rankings to compare Boston University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 64 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #15 of 30 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #31 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #52 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #739 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 64 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #15 of 30 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #31 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #52 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #739 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Boston University
Students who complete Boston 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 | $47,346 |
| 2 years | $49,303 |
| 3 years | $55,693 |
| 4 years | $63,884 |
| 5 years | $76,481 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Boston University earn a median of $63,884, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Boston University is $24,557.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Boston University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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