Communication & Journalism at Coastal Carolina University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Coastal Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Coastal Carolina University is in Conway, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Coastal Carolina University
Online coursework is an option at Coastal Carolina University. Of 11,348 students, 526 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,434 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Coastal Carolina University
Use these rankings to compare Coastal Carolina University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #2 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #6 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #570 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Coastal Carolina University
Graduates of Coastal Carolina 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 | $27,019 |
| 2 years | $31,205 |
| 3 years | $37,171 |
| 4 years | $43,057 |
| 5 years | $49,719 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Coastal Carolina University take home a median $43,057, compared with $44,644 for all Coastal Carolina University graduates — about 4% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Coastal Carolina University stands at $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Coastal Carolina University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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