Radio, TV & Digital Communication at Elon University
If you plan to study Radio, TV & Digital Communication, consider the program at Elon University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Elon University sits in Elon, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 131 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were awarded at Elon University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Elon University
Elon University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Rankings at Elon University
Rankings can help you compare Elon University’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #31 of 266 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #255 of 263 |
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from Elon University
Graduates of Elon University’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,819 |
| 2 years | $43,798 |
| 3 years | $49,374 |
| 4 years | $60,900 |
| 5 years | $79,285 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Elon University earn a median of $60,900, compared with $66,004 for all Elon University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Elon University stands at $22,196.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Elon University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Elon University are 68% women (89) and 32% men (42).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at Elon University
Among the 119 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication degrees awarded at Elon University, 67% were women (80) and 33% were men (39).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Elon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 100 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Elon University, below the national average of 40%.*
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Master’s Program at Elon University
Of the 12 master’s radio, tv & digital communication degrees awarded at Elon University, 75% were women (9) and 25% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication master’s degree recipients at Elon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication master’s degree recipients at Elon University, above the national average of 26%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Radio, TV & Digital Communication Concentrations at Elon University
This Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Elon University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television | 50 |
| Media Arts | 81 |
Top-Paying Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Those who complete Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Elon University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
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.