Communication & Journalism at Lakeland University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Lakeland University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Lakeland University is in Plymouth, WI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lakeland University
Distance learning is available at Lakeland University. Among 2,813 students, 526 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 568 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Lakeland University
Those who finish Lakeland University’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $42,696 |
| 4 years | $42,689 |
| 5 years | $48,830 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Lakeland University earn a median of $42,689, compared with $56,285 for all Lakeland University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Lakeland University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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