Communication & Journalism at Long Island University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Long Island University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Long Island University sits in Brookville, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Long Island University
Distance learning is available at Long Island University. Of 16,689 students, 327 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 114 (1%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Long Island University
Use these rankings to compare Long Island University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #39 of 79 |
| Best Value | New York | #48 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #88 of 179 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #107 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #377 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #699 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Long Island University
Students who complete Long Island University’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 | $30,596 |
| 2 years | $32,073 |
| 3 years | $48,700 |
| 4 years | $51,277 |
| 5 years | $64,768 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Long Island University earn a median of $51,277, compared with $88,659 for all Long Island University graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Long Island University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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