Communication & Journalism at Marshall University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Marshall University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Marshall University is in Huntington, WV.
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Online Class Availability at Marshall University
Distance learning is available at Marshall University. Among 11,958 students, 2,413 (20%) studied exclusively online and 4,563 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Marshall University
Use these rankings to compare Marshall University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #155 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #194 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #814 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Marshall University
Students who complete Marshall University’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 | $27,565 |
| 2 years | $29,413 |
| 3 years | $38,656 |
| 4 years | $41,792 |
| 5 years | $47,330 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Marshall University take home a median $41,792, compared with $62,090 for all Marshall University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Marshall University is $26,662.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Marshall University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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