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 Wright State University - Main Campus ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in communications.
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The bachelor's program at Wright State University - Main Campus was ranked #444 on College Factual's Best Schools for communications list. It is also ranked #20 in Ohio.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication & Media Studies Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 419 |
| Best Communication & Media Studies Schools | 444 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Wright State University - Main Campus handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in communication & media studies. This is a decrease of 30% over the previous year when 47 degrees were handed out.
Communications majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Wright State University - Main Campus go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $33,171 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 Wright State University - Main Campus paid an average of $909 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $475 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,564 | $19,982 |
| Fees | $50 | $50 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,900 | $10,900 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,370 | $3,370 |
Learn more about Wright State University - Main Campus tuition and fees.
Of the 33 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in communications from Wright State University - Main Campus in 2022, 55% were men and 45% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 85% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wright State University - Main Campus with a bachelor's in communications.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Wright State University - Main Campus does not offer an online option for its communications bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Wright State University - Main Campus Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communications majors at Wright State University - Main Campus.
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