Communication & Journalism at California State University-Fullerton
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at California State University-Fullerton. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Fullerton is in Fullerton, CA.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Fullerton
Many students take online classes at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fullerton’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #17 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #30 of 177 |
| Best Value | California | #40 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #101 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Students who complete California State University-Fullerton’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 | $34,607 |
| 2 years | $41,652 |
| 3 years | $54,535 |
| 4 years | $62,142 |
| 5 years | $59,062 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from California State University-Fullerton report median earnings of $62,142, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from California State University-Fullerton stands at $15,252.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at California State University-Fullerton go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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