Communication & Journalism at University of Memphis
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University of Memphis is located in Memphis, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Memphis
Distance learning is available at University of Memphis. Among 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) studied exclusively online and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Memphis
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Memphis’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #6 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #14 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #67 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #131 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #355 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #733 of 940 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #6 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #14 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #67 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #131 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #355 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #733 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Memphis
Those who finish University of Memphis’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 | $26,865 |
| 2 years | $29,361 |
| 3 years | $32,443 |
| 4 years | $38,836 |
| 5 years | $44,389 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Memphis take home a median $38,836, compared with $55,025 for all University of Memphis graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Memphis stands at $25,085.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Memphis 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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