Communication & Media Studies at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you plan to study Communication & Media Studies, take a look at what University of Washington-Seattle Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is located in Seattle, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 331 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Among 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Washington | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 776 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #89 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #142 of 772 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Washington | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 776 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #89 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #142 of 772 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Those who finish University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Communication & Media Studies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,823 |
| 2 years | $39,257 |
| 3 years | $48,033 |
| 4 years | $58,097 |
| 5 years | $68,260 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Media Studies graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus report median earnings of $58,097, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $16,433.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Communication & Media Studies graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 74% women (246) and 26% men (85).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 318 bachelor’s communication & media studies graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 75% were women (237) and 25% were men (81).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 115 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 62 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 27 |
| International (Nonresident) | 64 |
| Unknown | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 41% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, higher than the national average of 38%.*
Communication & Media Studies Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 4 master’s communication & media studies graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Communication & Media Studies Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 9 doctoral communication & media studies degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 67% were women (6) and 33% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Communication & Media Studies doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, lower than the national average of 22%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
The Communication & Media Studies program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 331 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Media Studies program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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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