Communication & Journalism at Mercer University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Mercer University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mercer University is located in Macon, GA.
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Online Class Availability at Mercer University
Online coursework is an option at Mercer University. Of 9,196 students, 2,029 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,218 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Mercer University
Rankings can help you compare Mercer University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #5 of 25 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #22 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 207 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #162 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #306 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #654 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Mercer University
Those who finish Mercer 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 | $30,885 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $42,691 |
| 4 years | $55,962 |
| 5 years | $54,048 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Mercer University earn a median of $55,962, compared with $71,060 for all Mercer University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Mercer University is $26,495.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Mercer 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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