Communication Sciences at California State University-Fresno
If you plan to study Communication Sciences, take a look at what California State University-Fresno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Fresno is in Fresno, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 124 communication sciences degrees were granted at California State University-Fresno.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Fresno
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fresno. Among 24,427 students, 855 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,004 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at California State University-Fresno
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Fresno’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #8 of 26 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #9 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #15 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #17 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #18 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from California State University-Fresno
Those who finish California State University-Fresno’s Communication Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,406 |
| 2 years | $37,207 |
| 3 years | $44,786 |
| 4 years | $53,760 |
| 5 years | $69,704 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication Sciences graduates from California State University-Fresno earn a median of $53,760, compared with $61,604 for all California State University-Fresno graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from California State University-Fresno stands at $17,336.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at California State University-Fresno, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication Sciences graduates at California State University-Fresno are 94% women (117) and 6% men (7).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fresno
Of the 91 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at California State University-Fresno, 93% were women (85) and 7% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 53 |
| Asian | 11 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 74% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno, above the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at California State University-Fresno
Of the 33 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at California State University-Fresno, 97% were women (32) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 70% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fresno, 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-Fresno
This Communication Sciences program at California State University-Fresno includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 91 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 33 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at California State University-Fresno pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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