Communication & Journalism at Winthrop University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, take a look at what Winthrop University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Winthrop University is in Rock Hill, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Winthrop University
Many students take online classes at Winthrop University. Among 4,894 students, 831 (17%) studied exclusively online and 2,728 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Winthrop University
Use these rankings to compare Winthrop University’s Communication & Journalism program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #8 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #128 of 207 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 936 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #725 of 940 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Winthrop University
Those who finish Winthrop University’s Communication & Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,846 |
| 2 years | $30,061 |
| 3 years | $35,541 |
| 4 years | $38,755 |
| 5 years | $43,548 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication & Journalism graduates from Winthrop University take home a median $38,755, compared with $46,591 for all Winthrop University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication & Journalism graduates from Winthrop University comes in at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Communication & Journalism program at Winthrop University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Communication & Journalism majors, 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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