Communication & Journalism at Rowan University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Rowan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rowan University is in Glassboro, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at Rowan University
Many students take online classes at Rowan University. Of 21,026 students, 2,733 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,490 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Rowan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Rowan University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #3 of 19 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #12 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #41 of 179 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #92 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #184 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #638 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Rowan University
Graduates of Rowan University’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,809 |
| 2 years | $36,933 |
| 3 years | $42,693 |
| 4 years | $51,730 |
| 5 years | $56,742 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Rowan University earn a median of $51,730, compared with $62,774 for all Rowan University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Rowan University stands at $24,288.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Rowan University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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