Journalism at Full Sail University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Journalism, consider the program at Full Sail University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Full Sail University is located in Winter Park, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 41 journalism degrees were awarded at Full Sail University.
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Online Class Availability at Full Sail University
Online coursework is an option at Full Sail University. Among 27,169 students, 22,753 (84%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,408 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Journalism Rankings at Full Sail University
These rankings give you a sense of how Full Sail University’s Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #42 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #46 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #191 of 206 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #206 of 206 |
Earnings for Journalism Graduates from Full Sail University
Graduates of Full Sail University’s Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,541 |
| 2 years | $32,711 |
| 3 years | $32,514 |
| 4 years | $44,139 |
| 5 years | $52,002 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Journalism graduates from Full Sail University report median earnings of $44,139, compared with $36,313 for all Full Sail University graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Journalism graduates at Full Sail University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Journalism graduates at Full Sail University are 56% women (23) and 44% men (18).
Journalism Master’s Program at Full Sail University
Of the 41 master’s journalism graduates at Full Sail University, 56% were women (23) and 44% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism master’s degree recipients at Full Sail University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 19 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of Journalism master’s degree recipients at Full Sail University, above the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Journalism Concentrations at Full Sail University
The Journalism program at Full Sail University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Journalism | 41 |
Top-Paying Careers for Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Journalism program at Full Sail University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Journalism majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
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.