Radio, TV & Digital Communication at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
What traits are you looking for in a school for Radio, TV & Digital Communication, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is located in Carbondale, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 23 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Among 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Students who complete Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,712 |
| 2 years | $25,039 |
| 3 years | $31,439 |
| 4 years | $35,648 |
| 5 years | $38,390 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale earn a median of $35,648, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is $25,025.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 35% women (8) and 65% men (15).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 23 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 35% were women (8) and 65% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 35% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Radio, TV & Digital Communication Concentrations at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
This Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television | 23 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Students who finish Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.