Communication & Journalism at University of Houston
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston is located in Houston, TX.
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Online Class Availability at University of Houston
Many students take online classes at University of Houston. Among 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Houston
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Houston’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #15 of 49 |
| Best Value | Texas | #17 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 80 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #35 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #326 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #395 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Houston
Those who finish University of Houston’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 | $31,999 |
| 2 years | $35,152 |
| 3 years | $42,133 |
| 4 years | $45,965 |
| 5 years | $53,659 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Houston report median earnings of $45,965, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Houston comes in at $23,269.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Houston go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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