Communication & Journalism at Monmouth University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Monmouth University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Monmouth University is in West Long Branch, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Monmouth University
Many students take online classes at Monmouth University. Of 4,767 students, 220 (5%) studied exclusively online and 739 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Monmouth University
Rankings can help you compare Monmouth University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #10 of 19 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #19 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #79 of 179 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #152 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #842 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Monmouth University
Those who finish Monmouth 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 | $34,218 |
| 2 years | $37,993 |
| 3 years | $47,274 |
| 4 years | $54,990 |
| 5 years | $60,135 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Monmouth University earn a median of $54,990, compared with $69,076 for all Monmouth University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Monmouth University comes in at $26,380.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Monmouth University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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