Communication & Journalism at Saint Cloud State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Saint Cloud State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Saint Cloud State University is located in Saint Cloud, MN.
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Studying Online at Saint Cloud State University
Online coursework is an option at Saint Cloud State University. Among 10,732 students, 2,126 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,789 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Saint Cloud State University
Use these rankings to compare Saint Cloud State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #4 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #6 of 25 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #13 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #227 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #315 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Saint Cloud State University
Students who complete Saint Cloud State 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 | $36,050 |
| 2 years | $37,940 |
| 3 years | $43,173 |
| 4 years | $49,010 |
| 5 years | $57,161 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Saint Cloud State University report median earnings of $49,010, compared with $58,906 for all Saint Cloud State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Saint Cloud State University comes in at $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Saint Cloud State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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