Communication & Journalism at University of Southern Indiana
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Southern Indiana. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Southern Indiana sits in Evansville, IN.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern Indiana
Distance learning is available at University of Southern Indiana. Among 9,488 students, 2,148 (23%) studied exclusively online and 3,013 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Southern Indiana
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Southern Indiana’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #12 of 23 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #12 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #75 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #294 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #610 of 940 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #12 of 23 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #12 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #75 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #294 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #610 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Southern Indiana
Graduates of University of Southern Indiana’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 | $28,526 |
| 2 years | $32,621 |
| 3 years | $39,408 |
| 4 years | $44,908 |
| 5 years | $51,684 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Southern Indiana take home a median $44,908, compared with $51,486 for all University of Southern Indiana graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Southern Indiana is $21,565.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Southern Indiana pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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