Communication Sciences at Worcester State University
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Worcester State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Worcester State University is in Worcester, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 38 communication sciences graduations were recorded at Worcester State University.
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Online Class Availability at Worcester State University
Many students take online classes at Worcester State University. Among 5,745 students, 747 (13%) studied exclusively online and 1,854 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Worcester State University
Rankings can help you compare Worcester State University’s Communication Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #110 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #207 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Worcester State University
Those who finish Worcester State University’s Communication Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,082 |
| 2 years | $44,021 |
| 3 years | $59,253 |
| 4 years | $55,213 |
| 5 years | $60,042 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication Sciences graduates from Worcester State University take home a median $55,213, compared with $56,057 for all Worcester State University graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from Worcester State University is $21,910.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Worcester State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at Worcester State University are 100% women (38) and 0% men (0).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Worcester State University
Of the 16 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at Worcester State University, 100% were women (16) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Worcester State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Worcester State University, below the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Worcester State University
Of the 22 master’s communication sciences graduates at Worcester State University, 100% were women (22) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Worcester State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 9% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Worcester 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 Worcester State University
This Communication Sciences program at Worcester State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 16 |
| Speech-Language Pathology | 22 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences program at Worcester State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.