Communication & Journalism at University of Michigan-Dearborn
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Michigan-Dearborn. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Michigan-Dearborn is in Dearborn, MI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Distance learning is available at University of Michigan-Dearborn. Of 8,104 students, 1,314 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,952 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Michigan-Dearborn
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #99 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #752 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn
Graduates of University of Michigan-Dearborn’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 | $31,466 |
| 2 years | $30,988 |
| 3 years | $36,906 |
| 4 years | $46,839 |
| 5 years | $52,201 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn report median earnings of $46,839, compared with $78,254 for all University of Michigan-Dearborn graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn is $27,200.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Michigan-Dearborn 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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