Communication & Journalism at University of Puget Sound
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Puget Sound. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, WA.
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Studying Online at University of Puget Sound
University of Puget Sound delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Puget Sound
Rankings can help you compare University of Puget Sound’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #14 of 15 |
| Best Value | Washington | #15 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #91 of 177 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #168 of 177 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #398 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #905 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Puget Sound
Those who finish University of Puget Sound’s Communication & Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,004 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $41,574 |
| 4 years | $50,336 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Puget Sound take home a median $50,336, compared with $61,512 for all University of Puget Sound graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Puget Sound is $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Puget Sound pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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