Radio, TV & Digital Communication at California State University-Northridge
What traits are you looking for in a school for Radio, TV & Digital Communication, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Northridge sits in Northridge, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 426 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were granted at California State University-Northridge.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Northridge
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Northridge. Among 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) studied exclusively online and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Northridge’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #17 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 64 |
| Best Value | California | #27 of 53 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #27 of 64 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #37 of 263 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 266 |
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Those who finish California State University-Northridge’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 | $25,896 |
| 2 years | $27,073 |
| 3 years | $30,323 |
| 4 years | $40,021 |
| 5 years | $46,521 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from California State University-Northridge earn a median of $40,021, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from California State University-Northridge is $15,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at California State University-Northridge, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at California State University-Northridge are 40% women (171) and 60% men (255).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 426 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 40% were women (171) and 60% were men (255).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 121 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 171 |
| Black / African American | 19 |
| Asian | 43 |
| Two or More Races | 26 |
| International (Nonresident) | 32 |
| Unknown | 14 |
Minority students account for 61% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above 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 California State University-Northridge
This Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at California State University-Northridge includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television | 426 |
Best-Paid Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Those who complete Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at California State University-Northridge go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.