Communication Sciences at Utah State University
If you plan to study Communication Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Utah State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Utah State University is in Logan, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 266 communication sciences graduations were recorded at Utah State University.
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Studying Online at Utah State University
Many students take online classes at Utah State University. Among 28,904 students, 5,333 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,938 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Utah State University
Rankings can help you compare Utah State University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Utah | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #47 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 315 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Utah | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #47 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Utah State University
Those who finish Utah State University’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 | $31,343 |
| 2 years | $29,454 |
| 3 years | $41,447 |
| 4 years | $50,968 |
| 5 years | $59,349 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication Sciences graduates from Utah State University earn a median of $50,968, compared with $48,041 for all Utah State University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Utah State University is $17,479.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Communication Sciences graduates at Utah State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at Utah State University are 96% women (256) and 4% men (10).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Utah State University
Among the 234 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at Utah State University, 98% were women (229) and 2% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Utah State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 175 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 35 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Utah State University, below the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Utah State University
Among the 26 master’s communication sciences graduates at Utah State University, 85% were women (22) and 15% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Utah State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 4% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Utah State University, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*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 Utah State University
This Communication Sciences program at Utah State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 234 |
| Audiology/Audiologist | 6 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences | 26 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at Utah State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication Sciences graduates, 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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