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Communication & Journalism at Marquette University

Communication & Journalism at Marquette University

What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Marquette University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.

Marquette University is located in Milwaukee, WI.

Studying Online at Marquette University

Distance learning is available at Marquette University. Of 11,746 students, 546 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,328 (20%) took at least some classes online.

Communication & Journalism Rankings at Marquette University

These rankings give you a sense of how Marquette University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.

Master’s-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Schools (Quality) Wisconsin #4 of 15
Best Value Wisconsin #15 of 15
Best Schools (Quality) Great Lakes (Region) #21 of 121
Best Value Great Lakes (Region) #114 of 121
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #145 of 940
Best Value Nationwide #794 of 936

Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Marquette University

Graduates of Marquette University’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):

Median earnings by years after graduation for Communication & Journalism at Marquette University
Years After Graduation Median Earnings
1 year $39,746
2 years $38,862
3 years $47,047
4 years $54,507
5 years $62,203

Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Marquette University take home a median $54,507, compared with $77,992 for all Marquette University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.

Communication & Journalism earnings compared with all majors at Marquette University

Median Debt at Graduation

Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Marquette University stands at $24,844.

Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates

Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Marquette University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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

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