Communication & Journalism at Northwest Missouri State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Northwest Missouri State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwest Missouri State University sits in Maryville, MO.
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Online Class Availability at Northwest Missouri State University
Distance learning is available at Northwest Missouri State University. Of 9,152 students, 3,288 (36%) studied exclusively online and 1,472 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Northwest Missouri State University
Use these rankings to compare Northwest Missouri State University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #12 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #21 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #51 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #384 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #527 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Northwest Missouri State University
Those who finish Northwest Missouri 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 | $31,055 |
| 2 years | $34,446 |
| 3 years | $39,666 |
| 4 years | $43,634 |
| 5 years | $51,278 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Northwest Missouri State University earn a median of $43,634, compared with $51,493 for all Northwest Missouri State University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Northwest Missouri State University comes in at $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Northwest Missouri State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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