Communication & Journalism at University of Rhode Island
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Rhode Island
Many students take online classes at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 64 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #550 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Students who complete University of Rhode Island’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 | $36,674 |
| 2 years | $37,488 |
| 3 years | $48,108 |
| 4 years | $55,855 |
| 5 years | $65,399 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Rhode Island report median earnings of $55,855, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Rhode Island comes in at $24,929.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Rhode Island pursue many career paths. Below are 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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