Communication & Media Studies at University of Phoenix-Arizona
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, you may want to check out the program at University of Phoenix-Arizona. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Phoenix-Arizona is located in Phoenix, AZ.
During the most recent reporting year, 249 communication & media studies graduations were recorded at University of Phoenix-Arizona.
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Online Class Availability at University of Phoenix-Arizona
Online coursework is an option at University of Phoenix-Arizona. Among 111,248 students, 111,075 (100%) studied exclusively online and 20 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at University of Phoenix-Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Phoenix-Arizona’s Communication & Media Studies program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #6 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #12 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #34 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #63 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #326 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #683 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from University of Phoenix-Arizona
Graduates of University of Phoenix-Arizona’s Communication & Media Studies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,894 |
| 2 years | $40,233 |
| 3 years | $38,075 |
| 4 years | $49,715 |
| 5 years | $53,606 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Media Studies graduates from University of Phoenix-Arizona report median earnings of $49,715, compared with $62,187 for all University of Phoenix-Arizona graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from University of Phoenix-Arizona stands at $45,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at University of Phoenix-Arizona, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at University of Phoenix-Arizona are 70% women (174) and 30% men (75).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at University of Phoenix-Arizona
Of the 248 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at University of Phoenix-Arizona, 70% were women (173) and 30% were men (75).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Phoenix-Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 60 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Black / African American | 58 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| Unknown | 87 |
Minority students account for 41% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Phoenix-Arizona, higher than the national average of 38%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at University of Phoenix-Arizona
This Communication & Media Studies program at University of Phoenix-Arizona includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communications | 249 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Media Studies program at University of Phoenix-Arizona pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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.