by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how WMU ranks among other schools offering degrees in journalism.
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The bachelor's program at WMU was ranked #113 on College Factual's Best Schools for journalism list. It is also ranked #2 in Michigan.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Michigan University handed out 8 bachelor's degrees in journalism. This is an increase of 60% over the previous year when 5 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the journalism majors at Western Michigan University.
Of the 8 journalism students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from WMU, about 25% were men and 75% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelor's in journalism.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication & Media Studies | 76 |
| Public Relations & Advertising | 75 |
| Radio, Television & Digital Communication | 2 |
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