Communication & Journalism at Creighton University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Creighton University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Creighton University is in Omaha, NE.
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Online Class Availability at Creighton University
Online coursework is an option at Creighton University. Among 8,581 students, 1,314 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,519 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Creighton University
Use these rankings to compare Creighton University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #27 of 73 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #72 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #851 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Creighton University
Those who finish Creighton 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 | $32,614 |
| 2 years | $45,586 |
| 3 years | $40,566 |
| 4 years | $45,827 |
| 5 years | $51,720 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Creighton University take home a median $45,827, compared with $90,891 for all Creighton University graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Creighton University comes in at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Creighton University work across a variety of fields. 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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