Communication & Journalism at Jacksonville State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Jacksonville State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Jacksonville State University is in Jacksonville, AL.
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Online Class Availability at Jacksonville State University
Distance learning is available at Jacksonville State University. Among 9,955 students, 2,358 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,026 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Jacksonville State University
Rankings can help you compare Jacksonville State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #8 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #11 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #92 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #145 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #438 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #785 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Jacksonville State University
Students who complete Jacksonville State 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 | $28,036 |
| 2 years | $27,822 |
| 3 years | $33,220 |
| 4 years | $38,577 |
| 5 years | $39,144 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Jacksonville State University earn a median of $38,577, compared with $49,287 for all Jacksonville State University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Jacksonville State University comes in at $24,750.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Jacksonville State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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