Communication & Journalism at The University of Texas at El Paso
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at The University of Texas at El Paso. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at El Paso is located in El Paso, TX.
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Studying Online at The University of Texas at El Paso
Many students take online classes at The University of Texas at El Paso. Of 25,039 students, 2,333 (9%) studied exclusively online and 9,127 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at The University of Texas at El Paso
Rankings can help you compare The University of Texas at El Paso’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #16 of 49 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #44 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #72 of 80 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #277 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #816 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from The University of Texas at El Paso
Students who complete The University of Texas at El Paso’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 | $22,696 |
| 2 years | $25,628 |
| 3 years | $31,495 |
| 4 years | $38,748 |
| 5 years | $43,539 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Texas at El Paso earn a median of $38,748, compared with $58,459 for all The University of Texas at El Paso graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from The University of Texas at El Paso stands at $21,868.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at The University of Texas at El Paso pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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