Communication & Media Studies Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Communication & Media Studies Grads in Illinois
In this state, there are 25,710 people employed in jobs related to a Communications degree, compared to 761,060 nationwide.
Wages for Communication & Media Studies Jobs in Illinois
In this state, Communications grads earn an average of $83,427. Nationwide, they make an average of $93,335.
Most Popular Communication & Media Studies Programs in IL
There are 7 colleges in Illinois that offer Communications degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 7 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. The school admits about 44% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,159 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,990 a year. The school admits about 74% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,249 a year. About 97% of those who apply are admitted. 72% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,662 after earning their degree at this institution. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $73,331 a year. About 7% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $45,902 a year. The school admits about 70% of applicants. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.
Communication & Media Studies Careers in IL
Some of the careers Communications majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | — | $96,169 |
| Public Relations Managers | — | $139,736 |
| Public Relations Specialists | — | $103,749 |
| Writers and Authors | — | $63,195 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | — | $70,619 |
| Fundraising Managers | — | $90,350 |
| Fundraisers | — | $118,069 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | — | $108,419 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | — | $74,101 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | — | $69,171 |
| Editors | — | $100,346 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Communications.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Public Relations & Advertising | 19,636 |
| Radio, TV & Digital Communication | 17,813 |
| Journalism | 11,334 |
| Other Communication & Journalism | 1,080 |
| Publishing | 340 |
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