Communication & Journalism at Colorado Mesa University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Colorado Mesa University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Colorado Mesa University is located in Grand Junction, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at Colorado Mesa University
Distance learning is available at Colorado Mesa University. Of 9,785 students, 736 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,271 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Colorado Mesa University
These rankings give you a sense of how Colorado Mesa University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #10 of 15 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #19 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #23 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #437 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #695 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Colorado Mesa University
Those who finish Colorado Mesa 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 | $28,325 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $36,332 |
| 4 years | $42,121 |
| 5 years | $45,866 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Colorado Mesa University earn a median of $42,121, compared with $49,582 for all Colorado Mesa University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Colorado Mesa University stands at $23,036.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at Colorado Mesa University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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