Communication & Journalism at Radford University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Radford University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Radford University is located in Radford, VA.
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Online Class Availability at Radford University
Online coursework is an option at Radford University. Among 7,812 students, 1,759 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,307 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Radford University
Use these rankings to compare Radford University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #5 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #14 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #77 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #450 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #478 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Radford University
Those who finish Radford 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 | $30,645 |
| 2 years | $31,618 |
| 3 years | $40,529 |
| 4 years | $47,442 |
| 5 years | $51,546 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Radford University take home a median $47,442, compared with $55,129 for all Radford University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Radford University is $25,692.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Radford University go on to a range of careers. 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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