Communication Sciences at Northeastern State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, consider the program at Northeastern State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northeastern State University is in Tahlequah, OK.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 44 communication sciences degrees were granted at Northeastern State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northeastern State University
Distance learning is available at Northeastern State University. Among 6,751 students, 2,733 (40%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,894 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Northeastern State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northeastern State University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oklahoma | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oklahoma | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #28 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #58 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #240 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Northeastern State University
Graduates of Northeastern State University’s Communication Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $54,291 |
| 2 years | $51,482 |
| 3 years | $51,590 |
| 4 years | $51,613 |
| 5 years | $58,740 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from Northeastern State University report median earnings of $51,613, compared with $55,657 for all Northeastern State University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Northeastern State University comes in at $14,650.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Northeastern State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at Northeastern State University are 93% women (41) and 7% men (3).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern State University
Among the 21 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at Northeastern State University, 90% were women (19) and 10% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 38% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern State University, above the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Northeastern State University
Among the 23 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Northeastern State University, 96% were women (22) and 4% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Northeastern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 43% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Northeastern State University, above 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 Northeastern State University
This Communication Sciences program at Northeastern State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech-Language Pathology | 23 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 21 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at Northeastern State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, 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
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