Communication Sciences at California State University-Chico
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, you may want to check out 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.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 65 communication sciences degrees were awarded at California State University-Chico.
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Online & Distance Learning 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 Sciences Rankings at California State University-Chico
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Chico’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 36 |
| Best Value | California | #18 of 26 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #23 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #87 of 302 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from California State University-Chico
Those who finish California State University-Chico’s Communication Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,286 |
| 2 years | $42,668 |
| 3 years | $59,019 |
| 4 years | $63,402 |
| 5 years | $67,401 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from California State University-Chico report median earnings of $63,402, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication Sciences graduates from California State University-Chico comes in at $19,222.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at California State University-Chico are 95% women (62) and 5% men (3).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 41 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at California State University-Chico, 95% were women (39) and 5% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 56% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, above the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at California State University-Chico
Of the 24 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 96% were women (23) and 4% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, higher than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at California State University-Chico
The Communication Sciences program at California State University-Chico includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 41 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 24 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at California State University-Chico work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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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