Communication & Media Studies at Western Carolina University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication & Media Studies, you may want to check out the program at Western Carolina University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 48 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Western Carolina University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Western Carolina University. Among 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Western Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare Western Carolina University’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #2 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #10 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 162 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #46 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #179 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #246 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Western Carolina University
Students who complete Western Carolina 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 | $24,661 |
| 2 years | $29,250 |
| 3 years | $37,437 |
| 4 years | $44,979 |
| 5 years | $48,606 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Western Carolina University take home a median $44,979, compared with $52,554 for all Western Carolina University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Western Carolina University stands at $18,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Western Carolina University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Western Carolina University are 40% women (19) and 60% men (29).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Western Carolina University
Among the 48 bachelor’s communication & media studies graduates at Western Carolina University, 40% were women (19) and 60% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Carolina 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 Western Carolina University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Western Carolina University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 48 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Graduates of the Communication & Media Studies program at Western Carolina University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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
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