Communication & Journalism at Southern Utah University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Southern Utah University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Southern Utah University sits in Cedar City, UT.
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Online & Distance Learning at Southern Utah University
Online coursework is an option at Southern Utah University. Of 15,444 students, 5,319 (34%) studied exclusively online and 4,221 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Southern Utah University
Rankings can help you compare Southern Utah University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #13 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #207 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #402 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Southern Utah University
Graduates of Southern Utah University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,800 |
| 2 years | $34,298 |
| 3 years | $36,642 |
| 4 years | $43,818 |
| 5 years | $50,072 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Southern Utah University take home a median $43,818, compared with $42,676 for all Southern Utah University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Southern Utah University comes in at $13,900.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Southern Utah University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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