Communication & Journalism at Winona State University
If you plan to study Communication & Journalism, consider the program at Winona State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Winona State University is in Winona, MN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Winona State University
Distance learning is available at Winona State University. Of 6,045 students, 922 (15%) studied exclusively online and 2,253 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Winona State University
Rankings can help you compare Winona State University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #7 of 25 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #8 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #17 of 73 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #240 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #468 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Winona State University
Those who finish Winona State University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,067 |
| 2 years | $37,657 |
| 3 years | $42,442 |
| 4 years | $46,669 |
| 5 years | $54,159 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Communication & Journalism graduates from Winona State University take home a median $46,669, compared with $60,619 for all Winona State University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Winona State University is $25,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Winona State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
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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