Communication & Journalism at The University of Texas at Arlington
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what The University of Texas at Arlington. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in Arlington, TX.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Texas at Arlington
Many students take online classes at The University of Texas at Arlington. Among 44,956 students, 13,999 (31%) studied exclusively online and 11,417 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at The University of Texas at Arlington
Rankings can help you compare The University of Texas at Arlington’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #17 of 49 |
| Best Value | Texas | #24 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #28 of 80 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #45 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #381 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #403 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from The University of Texas at Arlington
Graduates of The University of Texas at Arlington’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 | $36,690 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $41,689 |
| 4 years | $50,879 |
| 5 years | $55,925 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Texas at Arlington take home a median $50,879, compared with $76,565 for all The University of Texas at Arlington graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Texas at Arlington comes in at $21,320.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at The University of Texas at Arlington pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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