Communication & Journalism at Pacific Lutheran University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Pacific Lutheran University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Pacific Lutheran University is located in Tacoma, WA.
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Studying Online at Pacific Lutheran University
Distance learning is available at Pacific Lutheran University. Among 2,797 students, 11 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 254 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Pacific Lutheran University
Rankings can help you compare Pacific Lutheran University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #10 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #59 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #137 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #241 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #614 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Pacific Lutheran University
Students who complete Pacific Lutheran 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 | $33,589 |
| 2 years | $34,420 |
| 3 years | $47,617 |
| 4 years | $56,775 |
| 5 years | $59,869 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Pacific Lutheran University earn a median of $56,775, compared with $64,629 for all Pacific Lutheran University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Pacific Lutheran University stands at $25,499.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Pacific Lutheran University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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