Communication & Journalism at National University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at National University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
National University is in San Diego, CA.
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Online Class Availability at National University
Distance learning is available at National University. Of 22,115 students, 18,317 (83%) studied exclusively online and 799 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at National University
Rankings can help you compare National University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #65 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #85 of 177 |
| Best Value | California | #125 of 143 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #155 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #376 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #837 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from National University
Those who finish National University’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,269 |
| 2 years | $51,199 |
| 3 years | $68,778 |
| 4 years | $67,877 |
| 5 years | $71,817 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from National University take home a median $67,877, compared with $69,656 for all National University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from National University stands at $30,622.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at National University pursue many career paths. Here 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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