Communication & Journalism at Rochester University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Rochester University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rochester University is in Rochester Hills, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rochester University
Many students take online classes at Rochester University. Among 1,193 students, 204 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 714 (60%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Rochester University
Rankings can help you compare Rochester University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #16 of 22 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #19 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #76 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #95 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #588 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #728 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Rochester University
Those who finish Rochester 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 | $31,585 |
| 2 years | $37,208 |
| 3 years | $43,201 |
| 4 years | $46,130 |
| 5 years | $43,825 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Rochester University take home a median $46,130, compared with $53,084 for all Rochester University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Rochester University is $26,166.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Rochester University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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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