Communication & Journalism at University of Central Missouri
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Central Missouri. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Central Missouri is in Warrensburg, MO.
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Online Class Availability at University of Central Missouri
Online coursework is an option at University of Central Missouri. Among 12,857 students, 1,512 (12%) studied exclusively online and 3,668 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Central Missouri
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Central Missouri’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #11 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #13 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #24 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #57 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #424 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #612 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Central Missouri
Graduates of University of Central Missouri’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,202 |
| 2 years | $33,636 |
| 3 years | $38,837 |
| 4 years | $42,324 |
| 5 years | $48,293 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Central Missouri report median earnings of $42,324, compared with $64,129 for all University of Central Missouri graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Central Missouri is $25,146.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Central Missouri work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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