Communication & Journalism at Eastern Connecticut State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Eastern Connecticut State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Connecticut State University is located in Willimantic, CT.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Connecticut State University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Connecticut State University. Among 4,355 students, 85 (2%) studied exclusively online and 219 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Eastern Connecticut State University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Connecticut State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #4 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #26 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #35 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #446 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #599 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Eastern Connecticut State University
Those who finish Eastern Connecticut State 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 | $30,552 |
| 2 years | $29,866 |
| 3 years | $40,645 |
| 4 years | $44,638 |
| 5 years | $49,964 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Eastern Connecticut State University earn a median of $44,638, compared with $48,318 for all Eastern Connecticut State University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Eastern Connecticut State University is $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Eastern Connecticut State University pursue many career paths. Here 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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