Alaska · Communication and Media Studies

Best Communication and Media Studies institutions in Alaska, ranked by earnings

The Communication and Media Studies program focuses on the processes of human communication and behavior, exploring how individuals and groups exchange ideas and information across various media. This program is designed for students…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 09.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
10
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
34%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Public Relations Specialists
$73,110
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Communication and Media Studies in Alaska

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks Public
738%
2University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage Public
330%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Public Relations Specialists (SOC 27-3031).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+4.8%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~27,600
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$69,780
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Active ListeningSpeakingWritingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive Learning

What Public Relations Specialists earn in Alaska

Jobs in Alaska
730
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$73,110
median $68,910
Best-paying metro
$76,560
Anchorage, AK

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Communication and Media Studies programs in Alaska.

How much do Public Relations Specialists earn in Alaska?+

The average annual wage for Public Relations Specialists in Alaska is $73,110 (median $68,910), across about 730 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Communication and Media Studies program?+

The Communication and Media Studies program focuses on the processes of human communication and behavior, exploring how individuals and groups exchange ideas and information across various media. This program is designed for students…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop active listening, speaking, writing, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Public Relations Specialists?+

The national job outlook is about +4.8% growth with around 27,600 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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