Communication & Media Studies Schools in Virginia
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Jobs for Communication & Media Studies Grads in Virginia
In this state, there are 21,260 people employed in jobs related to a Communications degree, compared to 761,060 nationwide.
Wages for Communication & Media Studies Jobs in Virginia
In this state, Communications grads earn an average of $84,669. Nationwide, they make an average of $93,335.
Most Popular Communication & Media Studies Programs in VA
There are 8 colleges in Virginia that offer Communications degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 8 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $48,545 after earning their degree at this institution. About 76% of those who apply are admitted. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,414 after earning their degree at this institution. About 99% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 79%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $59,604 a year. With an admission rate of 57%, getting in takes some planning. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,934 a year. With an admission rate of 93%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $64,471 after earning their degree at this institution. About 17% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 97%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $55,366 a year. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. 87% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $40,648 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 88%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 83%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,499 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 41%, getting in takes some planning. 66% of full-time students return after their first year.
Communication & Media Studies Careers in VA
Some of the careers Communications majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fundraisers | 13% | $118,069 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | 11% | $69,171 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | 9% | $70,619 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | 8% | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Managers | 7% | $139,736 |
| Editors | 3% | $100,346 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | 0% | $74,101 |
| Fundraising Managers | -1% | $90,350 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | -1% | $96,169 |
| Public Relations Specialists | -3% | $103,749 |
| Writers and Authors | -4% | $63,195 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Communications.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Public Relations & Advertising | 19,636 |
| Radio, TV & Digital Communication | 17,813 |
| Journalism | 11,334 |
| Other Communication & Journalism | 1,080 |
| Publishing | 340 |
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