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. In addition, we cover how PFW ranks in comparison to other schools with communication sciences programs.
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The bachelor's program at PFW was ranked #281 on College Factual's Best Schools for communication sciences list. It is also ranked #6 in Indiana.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Purdue University Fort Wayne handed out 33 bachelor's degrees in communication sciences. This is an increase of 120% over the previous year when 15 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at PFW, communication sciences students borrow a median amount of $24,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $23,000 for all communication sciences majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the communication sciences majors at Purdue University Fort Wayne.
For the most recent academic year available, 6% of communication sciences bachelor's degrees went to men and 94% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Purdue University Fort Wayne with a bachelor's in communication sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 27 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 48 |
| Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Professions | 10 |
| Dental Support Services | 3 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 1 |
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