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Communication Sciences in Virginia

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Communication Sciences Schools in Virginia

In 2020-2021, 132 students earned their Communication Sciences degrees in VA.

In terms of popularity, Communication Sciences is the 53rd most popular major in the state out of a total 227 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Communication Sciences Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 124
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, a communication sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of communication sciences majors in Virginia is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 6.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.3%
  • White: 84.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.5%
  • Other Races: 3.0%
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Jobs for Communication Sciences Grads in Virginia

There are 8,000 people in the state and 359,680 people in the nation working in communication sciences jobs.

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Wages for Communication Sciences Jobs in Virginia

Communication Sciences grads earn an average of $79,880 in the state and $82,210 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in Virginia that offer communication sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

#1

James Madison University

Harrisonburg
33 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
21,594 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $52,050 a year.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
10,695 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.30%. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.31 years.

#3

Longwood University

Farmville
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
4,841 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.20%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,005 a year. This public school has an average net price of $19,545.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.06 years to graduate. 60% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending University of Virginia will pay a net price of $22,006.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
3,516 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 7.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 85% of students get financical aid. In their early career, Hampton grads earn an average salary of $41,644.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
24,286 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.53 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 94% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,204.

Communication Sciences Careers in VA

Some of the careers communication sciences majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 31% $0
Audiologists 24% $74,530
Speech-Language Pathologists 22% $86,180

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Mental & Social Health Services 1,249
Medicine 1,144
Nursing 1,110
Public Health 690
Allied Health Professions 681
Rehabilitation Professions 671
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 381
Health/Medical Admin Services 357

View all majors related to Communication Sciences

View Nationwide Communication Sciences Report

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