Communication & Journalism at Central Michigan University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is in Mount Pleasant, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Among 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) studied exclusively online and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Central Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Michigan University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 22 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #11 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #53 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #66 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #434 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #537 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Central Michigan University
Students who complete Central Michigan 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 | $31,061 |
| 2 years | $33,937 |
| 3 years | $40,579 |
| 4 years | $45,535 |
| 5 years | $52,813 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Central Michigan University earn a median of $45,535, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Central Michigan University stands at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Central Michigan University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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