Communication & Media Studies at Missouri Southern State University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Media Studies, take a look at what Missouri Southern State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Missouri Southern State University is in Joplin, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 12 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Missouri Southern State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Missouri Southern State University
Many students take online classes at Missouri Southern State University. Among 4,147 students, 868 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,687 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Missouri Southern State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Missouri Southern State University’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 16 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #5 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #30 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #177 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Missouri Southern State University
Those who finish Missouri Southern State University’s Communication & Media Studies program report the following median earnings (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? At the four-year mark, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Missouri Southern State University earn a median of $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
The median debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Missouri Southern State University stands at $18,350.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Communication & Media Studies graduates at Missouri Southern State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Missouri Southern State University are 50% women (6) and 50% men (6).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Missouri Southern State University
Among the 12 bachelor’s communication & media studies graduates at Missouri Southern State University, 50% were women (6) and 50% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University, higher than the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at Missouri Southern State University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Missouri Southern State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 12 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Media Studies program at Missouri Southern State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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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