Communication & Journalism at University of Louisville
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, take a look at what University of Louisville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Louisville is in Louisville, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Louisville
Many students take online classes at University of Louisville. Among 23,065 students, 4,555 (20%) studied exclusively online and 9,040 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Louisville
Rankings can help you compare University of Louisville’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #11 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #64 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #102 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #470 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Louisville
Those who finish University of Louisville’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 | $33,404 |
| 2 years | $39,370 |
| 3 years | $39,235 |
| 4 years | $45,739 |
| 5 years | $51,634 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Louisville earn a median of $45,739, compared with $66,322 for all University of Louisville graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Louisville comes in at $23,375.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Louisville go on to a range of careers. 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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