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Communication Sciences Schools in California

2,260 Communication Sciences students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Communication Sciences is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 28 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Communication Sciences Majors in California

Communication Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,324
Master’s Degree 669
Associate Degree 110
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 86
Post-Master’s Certificate 86
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 38
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 38
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 38
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 24
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 24
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 24
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 9
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 9

Gender Distribution

In California, a communication sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of communication sciences majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 11.4%
  • Black or African American: 2.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 39.5%
  • White: 32.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.8%
  • Other Races: 12.6%
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Jobs for Communication Sciences Grads in California

In this state, there are 25,750 people employed in jobs related to a communication sciences degree, compared to 359,680 nationwide.

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Wages for Communication Sciences Jobs in California

A typical salary for a communication sciences grad in the state is $100,960, compared to a typical salary of $82,210 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer communication sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

281 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
40,381 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, CSUN grads earn an average salary of $42,178.

205 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
26,745 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,517 after graduation. The average student takes 5.14 years to complete their degree at Cal State LA. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1.

192 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
36,334 Total Students

61% of students get financical aid. A typical student attending SDSU will pay a net price of $13,845. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $48,314 a year.

186 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
42,051 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 80% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 27 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.85 years.

172 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
25,497 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.95 years to graduate. A typical student attending Fresno State will pay a net price of $6,230. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

161 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
32,293 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 5.04 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,178.

121 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
16,367 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,208 a year. The average student takes 4.91 years to complete their degree at CSUSM.

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
27,349 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $50,184 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 50% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,459.

87 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
16,746 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,218. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 56% are considered full time. 74% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
11,317 Total Students

The average student takes 4.38 years to complete their degree at Cal Baptist. In their early career, Cal Baptist grads earn an average salary of $46,036. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

Communication Sciences Careers in CA

Some of the careers communication sciences majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 30% $142,500
Audiologists 18% $99,300
Speech-Language Pathologists 16% $92,750

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to communication sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Nursing 18,329
Health Sciences & Services 5,947
Public Health 5,024
Allied Health Professions 4,117
Rehabilitation Professions 3,157
Health/Medical Admin Services 3,003
Mental & Social Health Services 1,899
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 1,768

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