Communication & Journalism at Seattle Pacific University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Seattle Pacific University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Seattle Pacific University is located in Seattle, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Seattle Pacific University
Distance learning is available at Seattle Pacific University. Of 2,261 students, 53 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 430 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Seattle Pacific University
These rankings give you a sense of how Seattle Pacific University’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #9 of 15 |
| Best Value | Washington | #11 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #53 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #139 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #215 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #709 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Seattle Pacific University
Graduates of Seattle Pacific 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 | $38,179 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $49,093 |
| 4 years | $53,580 |
| 5 years | $56,672 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Seattle Pacific University take home a median $53,580, compared with $72,555 for all Seattle Pacific University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Seattle Pacific University comes in at $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Seattle Pacific University work across a variety of fields. Here 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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