Communication & Journalism at Florida Atlantic University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Florida Atlantic University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Atlantic University is in Boca Raton, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida Atlantic University
Many students take online classes at Florida Atlantic University. Of 31,607 students, 6,454 (20%) studied exclusively online and 15,611 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Florida Atlantic University
These rankings give you a sense of how Florida Atlantic University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 207 |
| Best Value | Florida | #6 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #12 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #100 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #338 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Florida Atlantic University
Graduates of Florida Atlantic University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,995 |
| 2 years | $30,240 |
| 3 years | $36,595 |
| 4 years | $41,814 |
| 5 years | $47,777 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Florida Atlantic University report median earnings of $41,814, compared with $57,371 for all Florida Atlantic University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Florida Atlantic University stands at $18,996.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Florida Atlantic University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, 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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