Journalism at Widener University
If you are interested in studying Journalism, take a look at what Widener University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Widener University is located in Chester, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 7 journalism degrees were granted at Widener University.
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Online Class Availability at Widener University
Many students take online classes at Widener University. Of 5,713 students, 1,022 (18%) studied exclusively online and 614 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Journalism Rankings at Widener University
Rankings can help you compare Widener University’s Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Journalism graduates at Widener University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Journalism graduates at Widener University are 29% women (2) and 71% men (5).
Journalism Bachelor’s Program at Widener University
Among the 7 bachelor’s journalism graduates at Widener University, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at Widener University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at Widener 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 Journalism Concentrations at Widener University
The Journalism program at Widener University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Journalism | 7 |
Top-Paying Careers for Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Journalism program at Widener University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Journalism majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
| Proofreaders and Copy Markers | $30,503 |
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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