Communication & Journalism at Tarleton State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Tarleton State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Tarleton State University sits in Stephenville, TX.
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Studying Online at Tarleton State University
Many students take online classes at Tarleton State University. Among 17,433 students, 6,403 (37%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,924 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Tarleton State University
Rankings can help you compare Tarleton State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #18 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #29 of 80 |
| Best Value | Texas | #34 of 49 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #59 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #410 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #593 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Tarleton State University
Students who complete Tarleton State 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 | $30,930 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $36,887 |
| 4 years | $39,063 |
| 5 years | $47,472 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Tarleton State University take home a median $39,063, compared with $52,965 for all Tarleton State University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Tarleton State University stands at $22,368.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Tarleton State University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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