Communication & Journalism at The University of Tennessee-Martin
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what The University of Tennessee-Martin. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Tennessee-Martin is in Martin, TN.
Featured schools near , edit
Studying Online at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Distance learning is available at The University of Tennessee-Martin. Of 7,499 students, 1,945 (26%) studied exclusively online and 1,231 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Rankings can help you compare The University of Tennessee-Martin’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #12 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #228 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #708 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from The University of Tennessee-Martin
Students who complete The University of Tennessee-Martin’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,412 |
| 2 years | $25,774 |
| 3 years | $27,862 |
| 4 years | $34,529 |
| 5 years | $39,609 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Tennessee-Martin earn a median of $34,529, compared with $47,173 for all The University of Tennessee-Martin graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Tennessee-Martin is $24,481.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at The University of Tennessee-Martin go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.