Communication & Journalism at Furman University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Furman University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Furman University is located in Greenville, SC.
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Studying Online at Furman University
Many students take online classes at Furman University. Of 2,554 students, 51 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Furman University
Use these rankings to compare Furman University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 207 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #16 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 940 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #184 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #802 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Furman University
Those who finish Furman University’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,227 |
| 2 years | $40,140 |
| 3 years | $52,939 |
| 4 years | $56,966 |
| 5 years | $64,162 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Furman University report median earnings of $56,966, compared with $57,289 for all Furman University graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Furman University is $22,631.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Furman University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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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