Communication Sciences at Murray State University
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Murray State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Murray State University is in Murray, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 57 communication sciences degrees were granted at Murray State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Murray State University
Many students take online classes at Murray State University. Of 10,020 students, 1,796 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,286 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Murray State University
Rankings can help you compare Murray State University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #49 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #61 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #294 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Murray State University
Students who complete Murray State University’s Communication Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,117 |
| 2 years | $56,641 |
| 3 years | $52,217 |
| 4 years | $45,409 |
| 5 years | $50,125 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from Murray State University earn a median of $45,409, compared with $53,312 for all Murray State University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication Sciences graduates from Murray State University is $24,184.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Murray State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at Murray State University are 100% women (57) and 0% men (0).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Murray State University
Among the 35 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Murray State University, 100% were women (35) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Murray State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Murray State University, below the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Murray State University
Among the 22 master’s communication sciences graduates at Murray State University, 100% were women (22) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Murray State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Murray State University, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Murray State University
This Communication Sciences program at Murray State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 57 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at Murray State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Communication Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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