Communication & Journalism at Valparaiso University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Valparaiso University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Valparaiso University is in Valparaiso, IN.
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Online Class Availability at Valparaiso University
Distance learning is available at Valparaiso University. Among 2,579 students, 112 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 930 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Valparaiso University
These rankings give you a sense of how Valparaiso University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #6 of 23 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #17 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 121 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #78 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #329 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #625 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Valparaiso University
Graduates of Valparaiso University’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,523 |
| 2 years | $33,516 |
| 3 years | $42,031 |
| 4 years | $49,106 |
| 5 years | $55,541 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Valparaiso University take home a median $49,106, compared with $66,064 for all Valparaiso University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Valparaiso University is $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Valparaiso University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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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