Communication & Journalism at University of Alabama in Huntsville
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Alabama in Huntsville. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Alabama in Huntsville is in Huntsville, AL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Alabama in Huntsville
Online coursework is an option at University of Alabama in Huntsville. Among 8,564 students, 924 (11%) studied exclusively online and 4,322 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Alabama in Huntsville
Rankings can help you compare University of Alabama in Huntsville’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #8 of 16 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #13 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #114 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #134 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #596 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #684 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Alabama in Huntsville
Students who complete University of Alabama in Huntsville’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 | $22,664 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 5 years | $49,715 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Alabama in Huntsville pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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