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Communication & Journalism in Illinois

Communication & Journalism Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Communication & Journalism Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 69,150 people employed in jobs related to a Communication & Journalism degree, compared to 2,662,820 nationwide.

Communication & Journalism Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Communication & Journalism Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Communication & Journalism grads earn an average of $93,653. Nationwide, they make an average of $110,272.

Communication & Journalism Wages Nationwide vs. IL

There are 6 colleges in Illinois that offer Communication & Journalism degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

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.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $53,513 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 44% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.

#3

DePaul University

Chicago

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,990 a year. About 74% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $46,159 a year. The school admits about 89% of applicants. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,621 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 81%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $40,194 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 68%, getting in takes some planning. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.

Communication & Journalism Careers in IL

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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