Communication & Journalism at Lee University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Lee University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Lee University is in Cleveland, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lee University
Online coursework is an option at Lee University. Among 3,714 students, 358 (10%) studied exclusively online and 401 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Lee University
Rankings can help you compare Lee University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #14 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #15 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #134 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #144 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #620 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #745 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Lee University
Students who complete Lee 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 | $26,592 |
| 2 years | $27,564 |
| 3 years | $36,601 |
| 4 years | $36,060 |
| 5 years | $44,926 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Lee University report median earnings of $36,060, compared with $44,103 for all Lee University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Lee University is $26,875.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Lee University pursue many career paths. Here 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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