Communication & Journalism at Loyola University Chicago
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Loyola University Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Loyola University Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Loyola University Chicago
Distance learning is available at Loyola University Chicago. Of 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) studied exclusively online and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Loyola University Chicago
Rankings can help you compare Loyola University Chicago’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 121 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #32 of 32 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #119 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #202 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #874 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Students who complete Loyola University Chicago’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,386 |
| 2 years | $35,422 |
| 3 years | $44,767 |
| 4 years | $50,067 |
| 5 years | $61,790 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Loyola University Chicago earn a median of $50,067, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Loyola University Chicago stands at $24,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Loyola University Chicago go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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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