Communication & Journalism at Oakland University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Oakland University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Oakland University is located in Rochester Hills, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Oakland University
Distance learning is available at Oakland University. Among 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Oakland University
These rankings give you a sense of how Oakland University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #6 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #7 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #329 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #490 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Oakland University
Students who complete Oakland 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 | $33,052 |
| 2 years | $34,532 |
| 3 years | $39,781 |
| 4 years | $44,049 |
| 5 years | $52,074 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Oakland University earn a median of $44,049, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Oakland University stands at $25,033.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Oakland University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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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