Communication & Media Studies at Florida Gulf Coast University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, take a look at what Florida Gulf Coast University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Gulf Coast University is located in Fort Myers, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 157 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Florida Gulf Coast University.
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Online Class Availability at Florida Gulf Coast University
Many students take online classes at Florida Gulf Coast University. Of 16,612 students, 2,496 (15%) studied exclusively online and 8,653 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Florida Gulf Coast University
Rankings can help you compare Florida Gulf Coast University’s Communication & Media Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 21 |
| Best Value | Florida | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #110 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #167 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University
Those who finish Florida Gulf Coast University’s Communication & Media Studies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,621 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $39,310 |
| 4 years | $45,772 |
| 5 years | $52,016 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University report median earnings of $45,772, compared with $55,050 for all Florida Gulf Coast University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University stands at $19,258.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Communication & Media Studies graduates at Florida Gulf Coast University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Florida Gulf Coast University are 69% women (109) and 31% men (48).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Florida Gulf Coast University
Of the 157 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Florida Gulf Coast University, 69% were women (109) and 31% were men (48).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida Gulf Coast University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 98 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 29 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida Gulf Coast University, lower than 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 Florida Gulf Coast University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Florida Gulf Coast University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 157 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Media Studies program at Florida Gulf Coast University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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
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