Communication & Journalism at University of Akron Main Campus
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Akron Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Akron Main Campus is in Akron, OH.
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Studying Online at University of Akron Main Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Akron Main Campus. Of 13,332 students, 1,951 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,794 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Akron Main Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Akron Main Campus’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #5 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #17 of 29 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #71 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #393 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #568 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Akron Main Campus
Students who complete University of Akron Main Campus’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 | $31,502 |
| 2 years | $32,085 |
| 3 years | $37,393 |
| 4 years | $40,105 |
| 5 years | $47,479 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Akron Main Campus earn a median of $40,105, compared with $55,692 for all University of Akron Main Campus graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Akron Main Campus comes in at $26,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at University of Akron Main Campus pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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