Communication & Media Studies at DePauw University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, you may want to check out the program at DePauw University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
DePauw University sits in Greencastle, IN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 51 communication & media studies graduations were recorded at DePauw University.
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Studying Online at DePauw University
Online coursework is an option at DePauw University. Of 1,917 students, 0 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 108 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at DePauw University
These rankings give you a sense of how DePauw University’s Communication & Media Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #3 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 98 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #76 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #124 of 776 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #589 of 772 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from DePauw University
Graduates of DePauw University’s Communication & Media Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,479 |
| 2 years | $43,054 |
| 3 years | $51,476 |
| 4 years | $56,425 |
| 5 years | $64,923 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Media Studies graduates from DePauw University take home a median $56,425, compared with $66,650 for all DePauw University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from DePauw University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Communication & Media Studies graduates at DePauw University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at DePauw University are 37% women (19) and 63% men (32).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at DePauw University
Of the 51 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at DePauw University, 37% were women (19) and 63% were men (32).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at DePauw University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at DePauw University, below the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at DePauw University
This Communication & Media Studies program at DePauw University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 50 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Media Studies program at DePauw University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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.