Communication & Journalism at University of Hartford
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Hartford. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Hartford sits in West Hartford, CT.
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Online Class Availability at University of Hartford
Many students take online classes at University of Hartford. Of 6,015 students, 1,058 (18%) studied exclusively online and 586 (10%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Hartford
Use these rankings to compare University of Hartford’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #41 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #52 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #667 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #812 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Hartford
Graduates of University of Hartford’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 | $31,472 |
| 2 years | $40,208 |
| 3 years | $40,862 |
| 4 years | $46,075 |
| 5 years | $52,358 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Hartford earn a median of $46,075, compared with $64,979 for all University of Hartford graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Hartford is $26,374.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Hartford pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying 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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