Communication & Journalism at Missouri Southern State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Missouri Southern State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Missouri Southern State University is in Joplin, MO.
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Online & Distance Learning at Missouri Southern State University
Online coursework is an option at Missouri Southern State University. Of 4,147 students, 868 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,687 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Missouri Southern State University
Rankings can help you compare Missouri Southern State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #6 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #36 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #213 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #394 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Missouri Southern State University
Those who finish Missouri Southern State 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 | $31,697 |
| 2 years | $32,391 |
| 3 years | $37,967 |
| 4 years | $46,888 |
| 5 years | $53,540 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Missouri Southern State University take home a median $46,888, compared with $44,666 for all Missouri Southern State University graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Missouri Southern State University comes in at $18,350.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Missouri Southern State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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