by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at UNLV. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 3 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UNLV as a strong choice for communication & journalism, placing at #397 out of 927 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication & Journalism Schools | 397 of 927 |
| Best Communication & Journalism Schools in Nevada | 2 of 4 |
The following degree levels are offered in communication & journalism at UNLV, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 158 |
| Master’s | 11 |
This communication & journalism field at UNLV breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication, General | 169 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Nevada-Las Vegas awarded 158 bachelor’s degrees in communication & journalism.
UNLV is among the very best schools in the country for communication & journalism at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 3 schools by College Factual.
Communication & Journalism graduates with a bachelor’s degree from UNLV earn a median of $46,265 a year. This is below $60,972, the median for all majors at UNLV.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at UNLV, communication & journalism students accumulate a median of $20,624 in student loans. This is below $21,181, the typical median for all majors at UNLV.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,949 | $26,572 |
| Fees | $839 | $839 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 45% of communication & journalism bachelor’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The largest share of communication & journalism bachelor’s degree graduates at UNLV were White. Approximately 35% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Nevada-Las Vegas with a bachelor’s in communication & journalism.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 15 |
| Black or African American | 23 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 |
| White | 56 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 18 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at UNLV. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Communication & Journalism | 11 |
