Radio, TV & Digital Communication at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Radio, TV & Digital Communication, take a look at what University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 28 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were awarded at University of Kentucky.
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Studying Online at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Rankings at University of Kentucky
Use these rankings to compare University of Kentucky’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #145 of 263 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #147 of 266 |
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,801 |
| 2 years | $26,739 |
| 3 years | $33,772 |
| 4 years | $37,276 |
| 5 years | $42,148 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $37,276, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from University of Kentucky stands at $24,897.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at University of Kentucky, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at University of Kentucky are 64% women (18) and 36% men (10).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at University of Kentucky
Of the 28 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 64% were women (18) and 36% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 29% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Radio, TV & Digital Communication Concentrations at University of Kentucky
This Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at University of Kentucky breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio & Television | 28 |
Best-Paid Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Students who finish Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.