Communication & Journalism at Claflin University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Claflin University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Claflin University is located in Orangeburg, SC.
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Online Class Availability at Claflin University
Many students take online classes at Claflin University. Of 1,852 students, 325 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Claflin University
Rankings can help you compare Claflin University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #11 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #163 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #193 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #682 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #915 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Claflin University
Those who finish Claflin University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $19,023 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $27,326 |
| 4 years | $32,079 |
| 5 years | $41,925 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Claflin University take home a median $32,079, compared with $34,502 for all Claflin University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Claflin University stands at $31,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Claflin University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, 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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