Communication & Media Studies at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, consider the program at 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.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 368 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
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Studying Online at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Distance learning is available at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Among 41,705 students, 5,129 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,009 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
These rankings give you a sense of how Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Communication & Media Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #10 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 162 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #104 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 776 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #477 of 772 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #10 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 162 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #104 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 776 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #477 of 772 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Those who finish Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Communication & Media Studies program report the following median earnings (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 | $43,446 |
| 4 years | $47,826 |
| 5 years | $58,980 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College take home a median $47,826, compared with $58,324 for all Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is $22,875.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College are 79% women (292) and 21% men (76).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Of the 332 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 80% were women (265) and 20% were men (67).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 224 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 30 |
| Black / African American | 51 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, below the national average of 38%.*
Communication & Media Studies Master’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Among the 26 master’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 73% were women (19) and 27% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, lower than the national average of 35%.*
Communication & Media Studies Doctoral Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Among the 10 doctoral communication & media studies graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies doctoral degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 40% of Communication & Media Studies doctoral degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, above the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
The Communication & Media Studies program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 42 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 322 |
| Other Communication & Media | 4 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Media Studies program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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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