Communication & Journalism at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh sits in Oshkosh, WI.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Among 12,953 students, 1,393 (11%) studied exclusively online and 3,855 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #5 of 15 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #32 of 121 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #278 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #339 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’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 | $33,624 |
| 2 years | $31,820 |
| 3 years | $33,347 |
| 4 years | $41,118 |
| 5 years | $56,851 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh earn a median of $41,118, compared with $58,292 for all University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh stands at $25,057.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Journalism program at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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