Communication & Journalism at Kentucky State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Kentucky State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kentucky State University is in Frankfort, KY.
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Studying Online at Kentucky State University
Distance learning is available at Kentucky State University. Of 2,020 students, 751 (37%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 798 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Kentucky State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Kentucky State University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #14 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #175 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #232 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #870 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Kentucky State University
Those who finish Kentucky State University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $19,445 |
| 2 years | $22,578 |
| 3 years | $20,096 |
| 4 years | $32,022 |
| 5 years | $32,000 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Kentucky State University earn a median of $32,022, compared with $39,894 for all Kentucky State University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Kentucky State University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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