Communication Studies, B.A.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Communication Studies, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.
Healthcare
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Social Media Specialist | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Patient Experience Representative | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Benefits Analyst | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Referral Coordinator | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000 |
| Hospital Sales Account Executive | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Corporate Relations Specialist | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Executive Director | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Major Gifts Officer | $ 150,000 + |
| Programmer Analyst | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Epic Security Analyst | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
Banking and Finance
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Customer Relationship Advocate | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| 401K Transaction Coordinator | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Account Analyst | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Compliance Officer | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Relationship Banker | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Managing Director | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Vice President of Brand Strategy | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Branch Manager | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Consumer Product Strategy Analyst | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Institutional Portfolio Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
Media and Communication
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Communications Analyst | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Writer | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Promotions Assistant | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000 |
| Communications Coordinator | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Operations Technician | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Accounting Senior | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Experiential Marketing Specialist | $ 150,000 + |
| Lead System Designer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Regulatory Specialist | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Director of Marketing | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Communication Studies, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
Boston College | University of Maryland College Park | University of Rhode Island | Baylor University | Coastal Carolina University | University of Texas at Austin | Colorado State University | University of South Carolina | Rhode Island College | Framingham State University
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
CVS Health | Amazon | Brown University | Fidelity Investments | Meta | NBCUniversal | The Walt Disney Company | Schneider Electric | South County Health | State of Rhode Island | AAA Northeast | ADP | Alex and Ani | Amica Insurance | Caster Communications | Citizens Bank | Coding Dojo | Converse | Dell Technologies | ESPN
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Communication Studies, B.A. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Sales
- Public Speaking
- Management
- Social Media
- Event Planning
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
