Communication & Media Studies at Western Illinois University
If you plan to study Communication & Media Studies, you may want to check out the program at Western Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 43 communication & media studies degrees were awarded at Western Illinois University.
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Studying Online at Western Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Western Illinois University. Of 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Media Studies Rankings at Western Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Western Illinois University’s Communication & Media Studies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 25 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #18 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #21 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #69 of 98 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 772 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #564 of 776 |
Earnings for Communication & Media Studies Graduates from Western Illinois University
Graduates of Western Illinois 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 | $36,104 |
| 2 years | $33,535 |
| 3 years | $39,672 |
| 4 years | $46,791 |
| 5 years | $51,354 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Media Studies graduates from Western Illinois University take home a median $46,791, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Media Studies graduates from Western Illinois University stands at $30,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Communication & Media Studies graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Communication & Media Studies graduates at Western Illinois University are 60% women (26) and 40% men (17).
Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 43 bachelor’s communication & media studies degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 60% were women (26) and 40% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 37% of Communication & Media Studies bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, below 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 Illinois University
The Communication & Media Studies program at Western Illinois University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Communication | 43 |
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Media Studies Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Media Studies program at Western Illinois University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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