Communication & Journalism at Southern Methodist University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Southern Methodist University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Southern Methodist University is in Dallas, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Methodist University
Distance learning is available at Southern Methodist University. Of 12,116 students, 669 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,002 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Southern Methodist University
Use these rankings to compare Southern Methodist University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #1 of 80 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #1 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 940 |
| Best Value | Texas | #48 of 49 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #78 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #912 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Southern Methodist University
Graduates of Southern Methodist 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 | $41,786 |
| 2 years | $45,791 |
| 3 years | $54,071 |
| 4 years | $62,222 |
| 5 years | $73,975 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Southern Methodist University report median earnings of $62,222, compared with $82,838 for all Southern Methodist University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Southern Methodist University comes in at $19,599.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Southern Methodist University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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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