Communication & Journalism at Drake University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Drake University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Drake University is in Des Moines, IA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Drake University
Distance learning is available at Drake University. Of 4,345 students, 546 (13%) studied exclusively online and 844 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Drake University
Rankings can help you compare Drake University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 73 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #9 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #70 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #102 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #806 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Drake University
Graduates of Drake 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 | $39,876 |
| 2 years | $40,163 |
| 3 years | $49,570 |
| 4 years | $54,933 |
| 5 years | $68,580 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Drake University report median earnings of $54,933, compared with $72,425 for all Drake University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Drake University is $23,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Drake University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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