Communication & Journalism at University of Vermont
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what University of Vermont. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Vermont is in Burlington, VT.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Vermont
Distance learning is available at University of Vermont. Among 14,476 students, 456 (3%) studied exclusively online and 3,228 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Vermont
Use these rankings to compare University of Vermont’s Communication & Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #16 of 64 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #24 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #594 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Vermont
Students who complete University of Vermont’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 | $35,321 |
| 2 years | $37,896 |
| 3 years | $47,098 |
| 4 years | $49,967 |
| 5 years | $58,211 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Vermont report median earnings of $49,967, compared with $56,910 for all University of Vermont graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Vermont is $24,125.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at University of Vermont go on to a range of careers. Below 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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