Communication Sciences at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, consider the program at Eastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Illinois University is in Charleston, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 52 communication sciences degrees were granted at Eastern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Eastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Illinois University. Among 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) studied exclusively online and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Illinois University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #10 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 50 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #89 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #172 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Graduates of Eastern Illinois 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 | $51,985 |
| 2 years | $53,894 |
| 3 years | $56,317 |
| 4 years | $63,598 |
| 5 years | $63,907 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University take home a median $63,598, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 18% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University is $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at Eastern Illinois University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at Eastern Illinois University are 94% women (49) and 6% men (3).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Of the 19 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 95% were women (18) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Of the 33 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 94% were women (31) and 6% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than 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 Eastern Illinois University
This Communication Sciences program at Eastern Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 52 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at Eastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Communication Sciences graduates, 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.