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. Also, learn how Francis Marion University ranks among other schools offering degrees in communication sciences.
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The bachelor's program at Francis Marion University was ranked #290 on College Factual's Best Schools for communication sciences list.
In 2022, 28 students received their master’s degree in communication sciences from Francis Marion University. This makes it the #150 most popular school for communication sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Francis Marion University paid an average of $1,038 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $519 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,394 | $20,768 |
| Fees | $776 | $776 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,198 | $1,198 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $8,898 | $8,898 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,234 | $4,234 |
Learn more about Francis Marion University tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the Francis Marion University communication sciences bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Francis Marion University Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's communication sciences program at Francis Marion University make a median salary of $48,949. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $59,094.
Of the 22 communication sciences students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Francis Marion University, about 5% were men and 95% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Francis Marion University with a master's in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 8 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communication sciences majors at Francis Marion University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 104 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 41 |
| Medical Illustration & Informatics | 2 |
| Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences | 1 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics | 1 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.