Communication & Journalism at California State University-Chico
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at California State University-Chico. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Chico sits in Chico, CA.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Chico
Distance learning is available at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at California State University-Chico
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Chico’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #23 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #31 of 177 |
| Best Value | California | #106 of 143 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #119 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #128 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #308 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from California State University-Chico
Students who complete California State University-Chico’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,467 |
| 2 years | $36,370 |
| 3 years | $45,454 |
| 4 years | $47,062 |
| 5 years | $58,750 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from California State University-Chico take home a median $47,062, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from California State University-Chico stands at $17,924.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at California State University-Chico go on to a range of careers. Below are 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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