Communication & Journalism at Grand Canyon University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Grand Canyon University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Grand Canyon University is located in Phoenix, AZ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Grand Canyon University
Many students take online classes at Grand Canyon University. Among 113,257 students, 89,777 (79%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,471 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Grand Canyon University
These rankings give you a sense of how Grand Canyon University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #10 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #65 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #68 of 80 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #671 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #797 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Grand Canyon University
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,141 |
| 2 years | $33,138 |
| 3 years | $33,833 |
| 4 years | $36,765 |
| 5 years | $43,969 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Grand Canyon University earn a median of $36,765, compared with $65,272 for all Grand Canyon University graduates — about 44% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Grand Canyon University stands at $26,050.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Grand Canyon University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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