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Communication & Journalism in District of Columbia

Communication & Journalism Schools in District of Columbia

Jobs for Communication & Journalism Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 66,200 people employed in jobs related to a Communication & Journalism degree, compared to 2,662,820 nationwide.

Communication & Journalism Jobs Nationwide vs. DC

Wages for Communication & Journalism Jobs in District of Columbia

Communication & Journalism grads earn an average of $147,910 in the state and $110,272 nationwide.

Communication & Journalism Wages Nationwide vs. DC

Our data covers 4 colleges in District of Columbia offering Communication & Journalism degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Georgetown University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $76,027 in their first year after graduation. About 13% of those who apply are admitted. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

American University

Washington

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,329 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 47%, getting in takes some planning. 86% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $66,952 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.

#4

Howard University

Washington

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,194 a year. The school admits about 35% of applicants. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.

Communication & Journalism Careers in DC

Some of the careers Communication & Journalism 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
Fundraising Managers — $90,350
Fundraisers — $118,069
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists — $74,101
Advertising and Promotions Managers — $113,521
Writers and Authors — $63,195
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers — $70,619
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys — $108,419
Film and Video Editors — $89,576
Training and Development Specialists — $63,210

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