Communication & Media Studies at Washburn University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Media Studies, consider the program at Washburn University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Washburn University is in Topeka, KS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 44 communication & media studies degrees were granted at Washburn University.
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Online Class Availability at Washburn University
Distance learning is available at Washburn University. Among 6,033 students, 783 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,054 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Washburn University
Use these rankings to compare Washburn University’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #23 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #208 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #256 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Washburn University
Students who complete Washburn University’s Communication & Media Studies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,706 |
| 2 years | $29,250 |
| 3 years | $33,476 |
| 4 years | $41,062 |
| 5 years | $49,261 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Washburn University earn a median of $41,062, compared with $60,805 for all Washburn University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Washburn University stands at $21,875.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Washburn University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Washburn University are 55% women (24) and 45% men (20).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Washburn University
Among the 44 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Washburn University, 55% were women (24) and 45% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Washburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Washburn University, lower than the national average of 38%.*
*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 Washburn University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Washburn University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 18 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 26 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Media Studies program at Washburn University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Media Studies majors, 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.
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