Communication & Journalism at Husson University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Husson University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Husson University sits in Bangor, ME.
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Online & Distance Learning at Husson University
Distance learning is available at Husson University. Among 3,367 students, 1,155 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,174 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Husson University
Rankings can help you compare Husson University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Maine | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #29 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #53 of 64 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #622 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #682 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Husson University
Students who complete Husson 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 | $33,238 |
| 2 years | $27,048 |
| 3 years | $31,682 |
| 4 years | $34,944 |
| 5 years | $41,065 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Husson University take home a median $34,944, compared with $60,485 for all Husson University graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Husson University comes in at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Husson University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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