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Communication & Journalism Schools in New York

1,714 students earned Communication & Journalism degrees in New York in the 2020-2021 year.

A Communication & Journalism major is the 14th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Communication & Journalism Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,642
Post-Master’s Certificate 48
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 48
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 24

Gender Distribution

In New York, 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 New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.6%
  • Black or African American: 14.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.2%
  • White: 38.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 27.2%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Communication & Journalism Grads in New York

143,950 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 New York

In this state, communication and journalism grads earn an average of $83,070. Nationwide, they make an average of $73,090.

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

302 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
21,322 Total Students

88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 2.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time.

302 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
52,775 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $38,569. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. In their early career, NYU grads earn an average salary of $60,407.

248 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

An average student at Columbia will pay a net price of $22,823. The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate.

#4

The New School

New York
162 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
9,047 Total Students

The 5.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $44,430. The average student takes 4.23 years to complete their degree at New School University.

122 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
16,364 Total Students

An average student at Fordham U will pay a net price of $38,147. 92% of students get financical aid. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $51,575 after graduation. The full-time teacher rate is 37%. The student loan default rate is 3.90% which is lower than average.

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
12,835 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $30,268. 100% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $50,574 after earning their degree at this institution.

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
16,158 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $34,822. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

#9

Marist College

Poughkeepsie
48 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
6,600 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,240 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate.

#10

St. Bonaventure University

Saint Bonaventure
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
2,540 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 66%. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

Communication & Journalism Careers in NY

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

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Community Health Workers 26% $39,720
Communications Professors 18% $74,660
Public Relations and Fundraising Managers 17% $149,400
Public Relations Specialists 15% $64,650
Film and Video Editors 14% $76,580
Sports Entertainers and Performers 13% $0
Producers and Directors 13% $96,590
Writers and Authors 12% $73,480
Technical Writers 11% $72,360
Advertising and Promotions Managers 11% $157,710
Managers 10% $109,910
Artist, Athlete, and Performer Agents and Business Managers 10% $77,740
Media and Communication Workers 6% $50,910
Editors 1% $70,200
Reporters and Correspondents -4% $62,140
Photographers -6% $43,210

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to communication and journalism.

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Education 18,389
Psychology 2,885
Social Sciences 2,378
Library Science 481
History 477
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 306
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 159

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