Communication & Journalism at University of Arkansas at Little Rock
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock is in Little Rock, AR.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Online coursework is an option at University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Among 8,216 students, 3,105 (38%) studied exclusively online and 2,490 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Rankings can help you compare University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arkansas | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #8 of 11 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #115 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #166 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #513 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #843 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Graduates of University of Arkansas at Little Rock’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 | $27,583 |
| 2 years | $25,484 |
| 3 years | $25,714 |
| 4 years | $30,611 |
| 5 years | $38,619 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Arkansas at Little Rock report median earnings of $30,611, compared with $53,269 for all University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Arkansas at Little Rock stands at $23,717.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at University of Arkansas at Little Rock go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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