Radio, TV & Digital Communication at University of Northern Iowa
If you are interested in studying Radio, TV & Digital Communication, consider the program at University of Northern Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Northern Iowa sits in Cedar Falls, IA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 41 radio, tv & digital communication degrees were awarded at University of Northern Iowa.
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Online Class Availability at University of Northern Iowa
Online coursework is an option at University of Northern Iowa. Among 9,278 students, 1,482 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,792 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Rankings at University of Northern Iowa
Rankings can help you compare University of Northern Iowa’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 266 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #104 of 263 |
Earnings for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates from University of Northern Iowa
Students who complete University of Northern Iowa’s Radio, TV & Digital Communication program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,558 |
| 2 years | $30,554 |
| 3 years | $34,601 |
| 4 years | $38,717 |
| 5 years | $49,552 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from University of Northern Iowa report median earnings of $38,717, compared with $50,993 for all University of Northern Iowa graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates from University of Northern Iowa is $19,604.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at University of Northern Iowa, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Radio, TV & Digital Communication graduates at University of Northern Iowa are 61% women (25) and 39% men (16).
Radio, TV & Digital Communication Bachelor’s Program at University of Northern Iowa
Among the 41 bachelor’s radio, tv & digital communication degrees awarded at University of Northern Iowa, 61% were women (25) and 39% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Northern Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Radio, TV & Digital Communication bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Northern Iowa, 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 Northern Iowa
The Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at University of Northern Iowa breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Media Arts | 23 |
| Other Radio, TV & Digital | 18 |
Best-Paid Careers for Radio, TV & Digital Communication Graduates
Graduates of the Radio, TV & Digital Communication program at University of Northern Iowa work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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.