Communication Sciences at Old Dominion University
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, consider the program at Old Dominion University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Old Dominion University sits in Norfolk, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 56 communication sciences degrees were awarded at Old Dominion University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Old Dominion University
Online coursework is an option at Old Dominion University. Among 23,743 students, 8,616 (36%) studied exclusively online and 6,593 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Old Dominion University
Rankings can help you compare Old Dominion University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #41 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Old Dominion University
Graduates of Old Dominion 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 | $34,618 |
| 2 years | $37,903 |
| 3 years | $65,639 |
| 4 years | $55,135 |
| 5 years | $62,032 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from Old Dominion University earn a median of $55,135, compared with $60,776 for all Old Dominion University graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Old Dominion University stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Old Dominion University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at Old Dominion University are 98% women (55) and 2% men (1).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Old Dominion University
Of the 33 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Old Dominion University, 97% were women (32) and 3% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Old Dominion University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 36% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Old Dominion University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Old Dominion University
Among the 23 master’s communication sciences graduates at Old Dominion University, 100% were women (23) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Old Dominion University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Old Dominion 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 Old Dominion University
This Communication Sciences program at Old Dominion University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech-Language Pathology | 23 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 33 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at Old Dominion 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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