Communication & Journalism at Indiana University-Bloomington
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Indiana University-Bloomington. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Indiana University-Bloomington sits in Bloomington, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-Bloomington
Many students take online classes at Indiana University-Bloomington. Of 48,424 students, 3,249 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,945 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Indiana University-Bloomington
Rankings can help you compare Indiana University-Bloomington’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #2 of 23 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #10 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 121 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #311 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #2 of 23 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #10 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 121 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #311 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington
Students who complete Indiana University-Bloomington’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,747 |
| 2 years | $46,858 |
| 3 years | $52,312 |
| 4 years | $58,564 |
| 5 years | $60,835 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington report median earnings of $58,564, compared with $74,553 for all Indiana University-Bloomington graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington stands at $20,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Indiana University-Bloomington pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.