Communication & Journalism at Kean University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Kean University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Kean University is in Union, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Kean University
Distance learning is available at Kean University. Among 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) studied exclusively online and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Kean University
Use these rankings to compare Kean University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #16 of 19 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #40 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #120 of 179 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #558 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Kean University
Students who complete Kean 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 | $32,499 |
| 2 years | $34,351 |
| 3 years | $37,495 |
| 4 years | $44,309 |
| 5 years | $51,189 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Kean University take home a median $44,309, compared with $56,858 for all Kean University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Kean University is $25,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Kean University go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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