Communication & Journalism at Kansas State University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Kansas State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, KS.
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Online Class Availability at Kansas State University
Distance learning is available at Kansas State University. Among 20,295 students, 3,365 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,916 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Kansas State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Kansas State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #23 of 73 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #269 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #459 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Kansas State University
Graduates of Kansas State University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,519 |
| 2 years | $32,135 |
| 3 years | $41,422 |
| 4 years | $47,018 |
| 5 years | $55,348 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Kansas State University take home a median $47,018, compared with $61,525 for all Kansas State University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Kansas State University stands at $23,222.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Kansas State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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