Communication & Journalism at Christopher Newport University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Christopher Newport University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Christopher Newport University is in Newport News, VA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Christopher Newport University
Many students take online classes at Christopher Newport University. Among 4,454 students, 0 (0%) studied exclusively online and 84 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Christopher Newport University
These rankings give you a sense of how Christopher Newport University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #7 of 24 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #16 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #158 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #159 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #637 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Christopher Newport University
Students who complete Christopher Newport University’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 | $34,363 |
| 2 years | $36,668 |
| 3 years | $45,831 |
| 4 years | $50,279 |
| 5 years | $58,422 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Christopher Newport University report median earnings of $50,279, compared with $53,798 for all Christopher Newport University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Christopher Newport University is $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Christopher Newport University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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