Communication & Journalism at Marist University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Marist University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Marist University sits in Poughkeepsie, NY.
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Studying Online at Marist University
Distance learning is available at Marist University. Of 6,356 students, 493 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,799 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Marist University
These rankings give you a sense of how Marist University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 179 |
| Best Value | New York | #71 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 940 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #168 of 178 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #906 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Marist University
Students who complete Marist 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 | $43,872 |
| 2 years | $45,646 |
| 3 years | $56,058 |
| 4 years | $66,233 |
| 5 years | $74,459 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Marist University earn a median of $66,233, compared with $73,700 for all Marist University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Marist University comes in at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Marist University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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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