Communication & Journalism at Murray State University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Murray State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Murray State University is in Murray, KY.
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Studying Online at Murray State University
Distance learning is available at Murray State University. Of 10,020 students, 1,796 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,286 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Murray State University
Use these rankings to compare Murray State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #6 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #84 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #162 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #528 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Murray State University
Graduates of Murray State 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 | $28,874 |
| 2 years | $36,778 |
| 3 years | $34,677 |
| 4 years | $40,424 |
| 5 years | $44,336 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Murray State University take home a median $40,424, compared with $53,312 for all Murray State University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Murray State University stands at $22,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Murray State University work across a variety of fields. 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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