Communication & Journalism at Nicholls State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Nicholls State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Nicholls State University sits in Thibodaux, LA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Nicholls State University
Distance learning is available at Nicholls State University. Among 6,043 students, 1,295 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,193 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Nicholls State University
Use these rankings to compare Nicholls State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #5 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #73 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #189 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #388 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #905 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Nicholls State University
Students who complete Nicholls State 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 | $29,795 |
| 2 years | $28,212 |
| 3 years | $31,884 |
| 4 years | $32,607 |
| 5 years | $30,372 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Nicholls State University take home a median $32,607, compared with $53,303 for all Nicholls State University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Nicholls State University comes in at $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Nicholls State University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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