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, and more. We've also included details on how Cleveland State University ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in communication sciences.
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The bachelor's program at Cleveland State University was ranked #246 on College Factual's Best Schools for communication sciences list. It is also ranked #10 in Ohio.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Cleveland State University handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in communication sciences. This is a decrease of 3% over the previous year when 29 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 35 students received their master’s degree in communication sciences from Cleveland State University. This makes it the #88 most popular school for communication sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Cleveland State University was $744 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $521 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,503 | $17,863 |
| Fees | $110 | $110 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,760 | $14,760 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,770 | $3,770 |
Learn more about Cleveland State University tuition and fees.
Of the 28 communication sciences students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Cleveland State University, about 7% were men and 93% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 89% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland State University with a bachelor's in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Cleveland State University does not offer an online option for its communication sciences bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Cleveland State University Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's communication sciences program at Cleveland State University make a median salary of $51,316. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,094.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 29 students earned a master's degree in communication sciences from Cleveland State University. About 93% of these graduates were women and the other 7% were men.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Cleveland State University are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 90% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Cleveland State University with a master's in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 26 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communication sciences majors at Cleveland State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 252 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science | 162 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 88 |
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | 40 |
| Allied Health Professions | 29 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.