Communication & Journalism at Clark Atlanta University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Clark Atlanta University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Clark Atlanta University is located in Atlanta, GA.
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Studying Online at Clark Atlanta University
Online coursework is an option at Clark Atlanta University. Among 4,252 students, 179 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,868 (67%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Clark Atlanta University
Rankings can help you compare Clark Atlanta University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #23 of 25 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #23 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #190 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #200 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #886 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #906 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Clark Atlanta University
Those who finish Clark Atlanta University’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $19,894 |
| 2 years | $24,730 |
| 3 years | $29,620 |
| 4 years | $34,218 |
| 5 years | $41,243 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Clark Atlanta University take home a median $34,218, compared with $41,914 for all Clark Atlanta University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Clark Atlanta University comes in at $28,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Clark Atlanta University 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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