Communication & Journalism at University of Georgia
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Georgia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Georgia is located in Athens, GA.
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Studying Online at University of Georgia
Many students take online classes at University of Georgia. Among 43,146 students, 1,664 (4%) studied exclusively online and 8,365 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Georgia
Use these rankings to compare University of Georgia’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 25 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #31 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #215 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 25 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #31 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #215 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Georgia
Graduates of University of Georgia’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 | $35,539 |
| 2 years | $40,327 |
| 3 years | $48,836 |
| 4 years | $54,730 |
| 5 years | $67,910 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Georgia report median earnings of $54,730, compared with $65,444 for all University of Georgia graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Georgia comes in at $22,504.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Georgia work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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