by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Eastern ranks among other schools offering degrees in communication sciences.
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The bachelor's program at Eastern was ranked #215 on College Factual's Best Schools for communication sciences list. It is also ranked #4 in Kentucky.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 166 |
| Best Communication Sciences Schools | 215 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Eastern Kentucky University handed out 28 bachelor's degrees in communication sciences. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 31 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Eastern was $855 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $410 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,830 | $20,520 |
| Fees | $300 | $300 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,735 | $11,735 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Learn more about Eastern tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 4% of communication sciences bachelor's degrees went to men and 96% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Kentucky 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 | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Eastern 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 Eastern Online Learning page.
Communication Sciences majors graduating with a master's degree from Eastern make a median salary of $53,855 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,094.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communication sciences majors at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 338 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 168 |
| Public Health | 67 |
| Allied Health Professions | 45 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 20 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.