Communication & Journalism at Central Connecticut State University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Central Connecticut State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Connecticut State University is located in New Britain, CT.
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Studying Online at Central Connecticut State University
Online coursework is an option at Central Connecticut State University. Among 9,997 students, 379 (4%) studied exclusively online and 1,685 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Central Connecticut State University
Rankings can help you compare Central Connecticut State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #43 of 64 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #443 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #500 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Central Connecticut State University
Students who complete Central Connecticut State University’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 | $35,143 |
| 2 years | $33,308 |
| 3 years | $38,227 |
| 4 years | $44,987 |
| 5 years | $50,047 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Central Connecticut State University report median earnings of $44,987, compared with $68,811 for all Central Connecticut State University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Central Connecticut State University comes in at $24,261.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Central Connecticut State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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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