Communication & Media Studies at Indiana University-South Bend
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, take a look at what Indiana University-South Bend. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Indiana University-South Bend sits in South Bend, IN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 20 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Indiana University-South Bend.
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Online & Distance Learning at Indiana University-South Bend
Distance learning is available at Indiana University-South Bend. Of 4,631 students, 756 (16%) studied exclusively online and 2,294 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Indiana University-South Bend
Rankings can help you compare Indiana University-South Bend’s Communication & Media Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #4 of 17 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #15 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #88 of 98 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #168 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #676 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Indiana University-South Bend
Those who finish Indiana University-South Bend’s Communication & Media Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,230 |
| 2 years | $31,265 |
| 3 years | $35,033 |
| 4 years | $39,176 |
| 5 years | $44,585 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Indiana University-South Bend take home a median $39,176, compared with $56,807 for all Indiana University-South Bend graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Indiana University-South Bend is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Indiana University-South Bend, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Indiana University-South Bend are 75% women (15) and 25% men (5).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Indiana University-South Bend
Of the 14 bachelor’s communication & media studies graduates at Indiana University-South Bend, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-South Bend.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Indiana University-South Bend, below the national average of 38%.*
Communication & Media Studies Master’s Program at Indiana University-South Bend
Of the 4 master’s communication & media studies graduates at Indiana University-South Bend, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-South Bend.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Indiana University-South Bend, below the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at Indiana University-South Bend
The Communication & Media Studies program at Indiana University-South Bend includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 16 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 4 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Media Studies program at Indiana University-South Bend pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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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