Communication Sciences at East Carolina University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, take a look at what East Carolina University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
East Carolina University sits in Greenville, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 109 communication sciences degrees were awarded at East Carolina University.
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Online Class Availability at East Carolina University
Online coursework is an option at East Carolina University. Of 26,940 students, 8,356 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,786 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at East Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare East Carolina University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 74 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #132 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 315 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 74 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #132 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from East Carolina University
Those who finish East Carolina University’s Communication Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,728 |
| 2 years | $54,791 |
| 3 years | $57,956 |
| 4 years | $55,263 |
| 5 years | $64,966 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication Sciences graduates from East Carolina University take home a median $55,263, compared with $61,153 for all East Carolina University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication Sciences graduates from East Carolina University stands at $25,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at East Carolina University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at East Carolina University are 98% women (107) and 2% men (2).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at East Carolina University
Among the 48 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at East Carolina University, 98% were women (47) and 2% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, below the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at East Carolina University
Of the 50 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at East Carolina University, 98% were women (49) and 2% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at East Carolina University
The Communication Sciences program at East Carolina University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Audiology/Audiologist | 11 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 98 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Communication Sciences program at East Carolina University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.