Communication & Journalism at University of Massachusetts-Boston
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Boston. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Massachusetts-Boston is in Boston, MA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Online coursework is an option at University of Massachusetts-Boston. Of 15,575 students, 1,700 (11%) studied exclusively online and 3,357 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Boston
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Boston’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #8 of 30 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #17 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #31 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #388 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #514 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Boston’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 | $38,647 |
| 2 years | $39,729 |
| 3 years | $49,002 |
| 4 years | $48,631 |
| 5 years | $56,110 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston earn a median of $48,631, compared with $65,575 for all University of Massachusetts-Boston graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Massachusetts-Boston stands at $26,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at University of Massachusetts-Boston pursue many career paths. Here are 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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