Communication & Media Studies at Villanova University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, consider the program at Villanova University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Villanova University sits in Villanova, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 165 communication & media studies degrees were granted at Villanova University.
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Online Class Availability at Villanova University
Distance learning is available at Villanova University. Of 10,041 students, 1,069 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,768 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Villanova University
Use these rankings to compare Villanova University’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #4 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 135 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #36 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #46 of 776 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #133 of 134 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #762 of 772 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #4 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 135 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #36 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #46 of 776 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #133 of 134 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #762 of 772 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Villanova University
Those who finish Villanova University’s Communication & Media Studies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,160 |
| 2 years | $45,109 |
| 3 years | $54,916 |
| 4 years | $61,471 |
| 5 years | $74,641 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Villanova University earn a median of $61,471, compared with $95,421 for all Villanova University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Villanova University stands at $26,456.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Villanova University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Villanova University are 70% women (115) and 30% men (50).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Villanova University
Of the 157 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Villanova University, 68% were women (107) and 32% were men (50).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Villanova University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 119 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Villanova University, lower than the national average of 38%.*
Communication & Media Studies Master’s Program at Villanova University
Of the 7 master’s communication & media studies graduates at Villanova University, 100% were women (7) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Villanova University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Communication & Media Studies master’s degree recipients at Villanova University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication & Media Studies Concentrations at Villanova University
This Communication & Media Studies program at Villanova University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 164 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Media Studies program at Villanova University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Fundraising Managers | $90,350 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | $69,171 |
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.