Communication Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Communication Sciences, take a look at what Eastern Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 56 communication sciences degrees were awarded at Eastern Kentucky University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Kentucky University. Among 15,673 students, 5,246 (33%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,148 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at Eastern Kentucky University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Kentucky University’s Communication Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #41 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #256 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from Eastern Kentucky University
Students who complete Eastern Kentucky University’s Communication Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,859 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $44,735 |
| 4 years | $48,155 |
| 5 years | $54,709 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Communication Sciences graduates from Eastern Kentucky University earn a median of $48,155, compared with $49,519 for all Eastern Kentucky University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Communication Sciences graduates at Eastern Kentucky University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Communication Sciences graduates at Eastern Kentucky University are 91% women (51) and 9% men (5).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Kentucky University
Of the 28 bachelor’s communication sciences graduates at Eastern Kentucky University, 89% were women (25) and 11% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at Eastern Kentucky University
Of the 28 master’s communication sciences graduates at Eastern Kentucky University, 93% were women (26) and 7% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at Eastern Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at Eastern Kentucky University
This Communication Sciences program at Eastern Kentucky University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Speech Pathology & Audiology | 56 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Communication Sciences program at Eastern Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Communication Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.