Communication & Journalism at University of Oregon
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Oregon. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Oregon is located in Eugene, OR.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Oregon
Many students take online classes at University of Oregon. Among 24,404 students, 648 (3%) studied exclusively online and 7,016 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Oregon
Use these rankings to compare University of Oregon’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 11 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #33 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #135 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #618 of 936 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 11 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #33 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #135 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #618 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Oregon
Those who finish University of Oregon’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,868 |
| 2 years | $49,962 |
| 3 years | $49,338 |
| 4 years | $56,619 |
| 5 years | $66,090 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Oregon report median earnings of $56,619, compared with $57,490 for all University of Oregon graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Oregon is $20,917.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Oregon pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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