Communication & Journalism at Marymount University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Marymount University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Marymount University is in Arlington, VA.
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Studying Online at Marymount University
Many students take online classes at Marymount University. Among 4,060 students, 832 (20%) studied exclusively online and 1,184 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Marymount University
Rankings can help you compare Marymount University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #11 of 24 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #20 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #177 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #281 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #721 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Marymount University
Students who complete Marymount 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 |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,506 |
| 2 years | $39,369 |
| 3 years | $42,154 |
| 4 years | $57,346 |
| 5 years | $69,844 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Marymount University take home a median $57,346, compared with $74,353 for all Marymount University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Marymount 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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