Communication & Journalism at University of Kansas
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Kansas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kansas is in Lawrence, KS.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kansas
Many students take online classes at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) studied exclusively online and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Kansas
Rankings can help you compare University of Kansas’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 73 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #380 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 73 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #380 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Kansas
Graduates of University of Kansas’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 | $36,975 |
| 2 years | $39,031 |
| 3 years | $46,829 |
| 4 years | $53,834 |
| 5 years | $61,526 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Kansas report median earnings of $53,834, compared with $65,918 for all University of Kansas graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Kansas is $22,530.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Kansas pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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