Communications Technology/Support at Fairmont State University
If you are interested in studying Communications Technology/Support, you may want to check out the program at Fairmont State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Fairmont State University is located in Fairmont, WV.
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Online & Distance Learning at Fairmont State University
Many students take online classes at Fairmont State University. Of 3,305 students, 835 (25%) studied exclusively online and 1,462 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Communications Technology/Support Rankings at Fairmont State University
Rankings can help you compare Fairmont State University’s Communications Technology/Support program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 45 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #149 of 284 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #263 of 285 |
Earnings for Communications Technology/Support Graduates from Fairmont State University
Graduates of Fairmont State University’s Communications Technology/Support program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,857 |
| 2 years | $20,140 |
| 5 years | $27,511 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communications Technology/Support Graduates
Those who complete Communications Technology/Support program at Fairmont State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Communications Technology/Support graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $92,043 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Disc Jockeys, Except Radio | $87,328 |
| Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners | $76,955 |
| Broadcast Technicians | $74,153 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $73,086 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $66,427 |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | $57,836 |
| Lighting Technicians | $45,092 |
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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