Communication & Journalism at University of South Carolina-Upstate
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of South Carolina-Upstate. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina-Upstate is in Spartanburg, SC.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Distance learning is available at University of South Carolina-Upstate. Of 4,916 students, 1,163 (24%) studied exclusively online and 3,016 (61%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Use these rankings to compare University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #3 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #9 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #72 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #140 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #379 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #770 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate
Students who complete University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,600 |
| 2 years | $26,585 |
| 3 years | $29,351 |
| 4 years | $33,221 |
| 5 years | $42,746 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate earn a median of $33,221, compared with $47,560 for all University of South Carolina-Upstate graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate is $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at University of South Carolina-Upstate work across a variety of fields. 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
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