Communication & Journalism at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is in Baton Rouge, LA.
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Studying Online at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Many students take online classes at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Of 41,705 students, 5,129 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,009 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Use these rankings to compare Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #11 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #129 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #560 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #11 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #129 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #163 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #560 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Graduates of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’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 | $35,258 |
| 2 years | $37,735 |
| 3 years | $44,198 |
| 4 years | $49,535 |
| 5 years | $58,980 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College take home a median $49,535, compared with $58,324 for all Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is $22,875.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying 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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