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Communication & Journalism Schools in Missouri

209 students earned Communication & Journalism degrees in Missouri in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Communication & Journalism is the 20th most popular major out of a total 32 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Communication & Journalism Majors in Missouri

Communication & Journalism majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 178
Post-Master’s Certificate 24
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 24
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7

Gender Distribution

In Missouri, a communication and journalism major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of communication and journalism majors in Missouri is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.0%
  • Black or African American: 18.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.3%
  • White: 55.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 13.4%
  • Other Races: 7.2%
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Jobs for Communication & Journalism Grads in Missouri

21,580 people in the state and 1,458,540 in the nation are employed in jobs related to communication and journalism.

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Wages for Communication & Journalism Jobs in Missouri

In this state, communication and journalism grads earn an average of $57,420. Nationwide, they make an average of $73,090.

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There are 10 colleges in Missouri that offer communication and journalism degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

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

A typical student attending Mizzou will pay a net price of $16,559. The average student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree at Mizzou. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%.

#2

Webster University

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

The average student takes 4.41 years to complete their degree at Webster. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

This public school has an average net price of $16,718. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $37,811 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

#4

Park University

Parkville
26 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
10,165 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 12% are considered full time.

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. The 6.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#6

Saint Louis University

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

The full-time teacher rate is 61%. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,039. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
10,979 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,290. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

#8

Drury University

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

It takes the average student 4.39 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.70%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $41,078 after earning their degree at this institution. The 4.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending UMSL will pay a net price of $12,232.

#10

Lindenwood University

Saint Charles
4 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. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

Communication & Journalism Careers in MO

Some of the careers communication and journalism majors go into include:

Job Title MO Job Growth MO Median Salary
Community Health Workers 23% $36,490
Communications Professors 19% $66,850
Technical Writers 19% $56,250
Public Relations and Fundraising Managers 13% $97,940
Public Relations Specialists 12% $54,580
Sports Entertainers and Performers 11% $0
Managers 10% $93,580
Writers and Authors 8% $55,250
Producers and Directors 8% $55,380
Media and Communication Workers 7% $67,460
Advertising and Promotions Managers 5% $114,560
Photographers 1% $28,830
Broadcast News Analysts 0% $62,280
Editors -4% $47,460
Film and Video Editors -5% $52,530
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 communication and journalism.

Major Annual Graduates in MO
Education 4,657
Psychology 518
Social Sciences 312
History 108
Library Science 105
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 80
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 19

View all majors related to Communication & Journalism

View Nationwide Communication & Journalism Report

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