by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Augusta University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in communications.
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The bachelor's program at Augusta University was ranked #485 on College Factual's Best Schools for communications list. It is also ranked #7 in Georgia.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 454 |
| Best Communication & Media Studies Schools | 485 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Augusta University handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in communication & media studies. This is a decrease of 15% over the previous year when 39 degrees were handed out.
Communications majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Augusta University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $30,796 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $34,959 for all communications students.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Augusta University paid an average of $928 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $287 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,892 | $22,270 |
| Fees | $1,230 | $1,230 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,935 | $11,935 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,946 | $4,946 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 33 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in communications from Augusta University. About 48% were men and 52% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Augusta University with a bachelor's in communications.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 15 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Online degrees for the Augusta University communications bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Augusta University Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communications majors at Augusta University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Radio, Television & Digital Communication | 5 |
| Public Relations & Advertising | 4 |