Communication & Journalism at Austin Community College District
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Austin Community College District. Get started with the following essential facts.
Austin Community College District sits in Austin, TX.
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Studying Online at Austin Community College District
Many students take online classes at Austin Community College District. Of 39,727 students, 12,879 (32%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,320 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Austin Community College District
These rankings give you a sense of how Austin Community College District’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #2 of 49 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #3 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #6 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 80 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #21 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #115 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Austin Community College District
Students who complete Austin Community College District’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,154 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Austin Community College District is $10,004.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Austin Community College District pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
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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