Communication Sciences at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, consider the program at University of South Carolina-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 67 communication sciences graduations were recorded at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Of 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) studied exclusively online and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Communication Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 315 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 302 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 315 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 302 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Those who finish University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Communication Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,201 |
| 2 years | $54,315 |
| 3 years | $55,202 |
| 4 years | $60,643 |
| 5 years | $63,523 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia take home a median $60,643, compared with $66,578 for all University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 99% women (66) and 1% men (1).
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Among the 65 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 98% were women (64) and 2% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 54 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, below the national average of 27%.*
Communication Sciences Doctoral Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 2 doctoral communication sciences graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at University of South Carolina-Columbia
The Communication Sciences program at University of South Carolina-Columbia breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech-Language Pathology | 65 |
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 2 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at University of South Carolina-Columbia pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Communication Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
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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