Communication Sciences at Jackson State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, consider the program at Jackson State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Jackson State University is in Jackson, MS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 31 communication sciences degrees were awarded at Jackson State University.
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Online Class Availability at Jackson State University
Many students take online classes at Jackson State University. Among 6,326 students, 2,221 (35%) studied exclusively online and 3,227 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Jackson State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Jackson State University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #59 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #69 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #222 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Jackson State University
Students who complete Jackson State University’s Communication Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,212 |
| 2 years | $56,234 |
| 3 years | $55,989 |
| 4 years | $62,061 |
| 5 years | $61,101 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication Sciences graduates from Jackson State University report median earnings of $62,061, compared with $41,612 for all Jackson State University graduates — about 49% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication Sciences graduates from Jackson State University is $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Communication Sciences graduates at Jackson State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at Jackson State University are 94% women (29) and 6% men (2).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Jackson State University
Among the 22 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at Jackson State University, 95% were women (21) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Jackson State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 22 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 100% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Jackson State University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Jackson State University
Of the 9 master’s communication sciences graduates at Jackson State University, 89% were women (8) and 11% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Jackson State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
Minority students account for 89% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Jackson State University, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Jackson State University
The Communication Sciences program at Jackson State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 9 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 22 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Communication Sciences program at Jackson State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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.