Communication & Journalism at Point Park University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Point Park University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Point Park University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Online Class Availability at Point Park University
Online coursework is an option at Point Park University. Among 3,448 students, 1,248 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,035 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Point Park University
Use these rankings to compare Point Park University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #31 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #47 of 51 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #118 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #159 of 179 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #730 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #800 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Point Park University
Students who complete Point Park 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 | $33,120 |
| 2 years | $38,831 |
| 3 years | $41,392 |
| 4 years | $46,454 |
| 5 years | $53,214 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Point Park University earn a median of $46,454, compared with $42,106 for all Point Park University graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Point Park University comes in at $27,617.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Point Park University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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