Radio, TV & Digital Communication at Appalachian State University
If you plan to study Radio, TV & Digital Communication, you may want to check out the program at Appalachian State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Appalachian State University sits in Boone, NC.
During the most recent reporting year, 62 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were awarded at Appalachian State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Appalachian State University
Online coursework is an option at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Rankings at Appalachian State University
Use these rankings to compare Appalachian State University’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #128 of 266 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #130 of 263 |
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from Appalachian State University
Graduates of Appalachian State University’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,326 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $33,960 |
| 4 years | $42,066 |
| 5 years | $44,173 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $42,066, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from Appalachian State University stands at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Appalachian State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at Appalachian State University are 29% women (18) and 71% men (44).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at Appalachian State University
Of the 62 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication graduates at Appalachian State University, 29% were women (18) and 71% were men (44).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Appalachian State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 49 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
Minority students account for 21% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at Appalachian State University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Radio, TV & Digital Communication Concentrations at Appalachian State University
The Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Appalachian State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television | 62 |
Best-Paid Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Students who finish Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at Appalachian State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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