Communication Sciences at Towson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Towson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Towson University is located in Towson, MD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 132 communication sciences degrees were granted at Towson University.
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Studying Online at Towson University
Many students take online classes at Towson University. Among 19,401 students, 1,638 (8%) studied exclusively online and 6,422 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Towson University
Use these rankings to compare Towson University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maryland | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 302 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maryland | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 60 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #18 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #128 of 302 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Towson University
Graduates of Towson University’s Communication Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,543 |
| 2 years | $44,636 |
| 3 years | $55,435 |
| 4 years | $60,511 |
| 5 years | $67,357 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication Sciences graduates from Towson University report median earnings of $60,511, compared with $62,991 for all Towson University graduates — about 4% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication Sciences graduates from Towson University is $21,981.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at Towson University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at Towson University are 92% women (122) and 8% men (10).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Towson University
Of the 60 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Towson University, 90% were women (54) and 10% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Towson University
Of the 58 master’s communication sciences graduates at Towson University, 95% were women (55) and 5% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Towson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 24% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Towson University, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Towson University
This Communication Sciences program at Towson University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Audiology/Audiologist | 14 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 58 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 60 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at Towson University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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.