Communication & Media Studies at Bridgewater State University
If you plan to study Communication & Media Studies, you may want to check out the program at Bridgewater State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Bridgewater State University is located in Bridgewater, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 115 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Bridgewater State University.
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Studying Online at Bridgewater State University
Many students take online classes at Bridgewater State University. Of 9,727 students, 1,092 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,614 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Bridgewater State University
Rankings can help you compare Bridgewater State University’s Communication & Media Studies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #6 of 26 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #17 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #33 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #392 of 776 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #432 of 772 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Bridgewater State University
Graduates of Bridgewater State University’s Communication & Media Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,791 |
| 2 years | $34,554 |
| 3 years | $41,212 |
| 4 years | $44,782 |
| 5 years | $50,312 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Bridgewater State University earn a median of $44,782, compared with $53,189 for all Bridgewater State University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Bridgewater State University is $26,848.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Bridgewater State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Bridgewater State University are 57% women (66) and 43% men (49).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Bridgewater State University
Of the 115 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Bridgewater State University, 57% were women (66) and 43% were men (49).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Bridgewater State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 92 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 19% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Bridgewater State University, lower than the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at Bridgewater State University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Bridgewater State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 115 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Media Studies program at Bridgewater State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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