Communication & Journalism at Indiana University-Indianapolis
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Indiana University-Indianapolis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Indiana University-Indianapolis sits in Indianapolis, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Online coursework is an option at Indiana University-Indianapolis. Among 22,534 students, 3,022 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,340 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Indiana University-Indianapolis
Rankings can help you compare Indiana University-Indianapolis’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #3 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #8 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #198 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 940 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #3 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #8 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #198 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis
Those who finish Indiana University-Indianapolis’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 | $32,168 |
| 2 years | $36,387 |
| 3 years | $38,600 |
| 4 years | $44,838 |
| 5 years | $48,161 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis take home a median $44,838, compared with $67,436 for all Indiana University-Indianapolis graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Indiana University-Indianapolis is $22,099.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Indiana University-Indianapolis work across a variety of fields. 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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