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Communication & Media Studies Schools in Missouri

73 Communications students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A Communication & Media Studies major is the 65th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Communication & Media Studies Majors in Missouri

Communications majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 70
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 2
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 2
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Missouri, a communications major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of communications majors in Missouri is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 20.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.5%
  • White: 57.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.6%
  • Other Races: 6.8%
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Jobs for Communication & Media Studies Grads in Missouri

There are 8,910 people in the state and 481,490 people in the nation working in communications jobs.

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Wages for Communication & Media Studies Jobs in Missouri

Communications grads earn an average of $55,460 in the state and $68,440 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Missouri that offer communications degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
9,959 Total Students

The 6.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $14,058. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

#2

Webster University

Saint Louis
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
8,197 Total Students

In their early career, Webster grads earn an average salary of $38,977. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

Saint Louis University

Saint Louis
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
12,229 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $53,847 after graduation. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,039.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
23,505 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,718. 94% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

#5

Drury University

Springfield
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
1,691 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Most students complete their degree in 4.39 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
13,874 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. A typical student attending UMSL will pay a net price of $12,232. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#7

Lindenwood University

Saint Charles
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,382 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,366. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
31,089 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

Communication & Media Studies Careers in MO

Some of the careers communications majors go into include:

Job Title MO Job Growth MO Median Salary
Communications Professors 19% $66,850
Public Relations Specialists 12% $54,580
Writers and Authors 8% $55,250
Editors -4% $47,460
Public Address System Announcers -6% $0
Reporters and Correspondents -9% $37,980
Radio and Television Announcers -14% $23,420

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to communications.

Major Annual Graduates in MO
Public Relations & Advertising 63
Journalism 60
Radio, TV & Digital Communication 10
Other Communication & Journalism 3

View all majors related to Communication & Media Studies

View Nationwide Communication & Media Studies Report

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