Communication & Journalism at Sam Houston State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Sam Houston State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville, TX.
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Online Class Availability at Sam Houston State University
Distance learning is available at Sam Houston State University. Of 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) studied exclusively online and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Sam Houston State University
Rankings can help you compare Sam Houston State University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #28 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #29 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #48 of 80 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #51 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #442 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #589 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Graduates of Sam Houston 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 | $33,305 |
| 2 years | $32,332 |
| 3 years | $38,486 |
| 4 years | $45,930 |
| 5 years | $51,123 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Sam Houston State University take home a median $45,930, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Sam Houston State University is $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Sam Houston State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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