Compare 10 Communication, General. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $42,506.
The highest-earning Communication, General. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $22K earnings gap across 10 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Leading the rankings, Lewis & Clark College produces Communication graduates earning $53,385. The story reinforces how specialized programs compete regardless of school reputation—Western Oregon University follows at $50,672, with Linfield University close behind at $50,660, all clustering well above the $42,506 average.
Highest program earnings: $53,385
Strong outcomes ($50,672) with 99% acceptance
8.7% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
23.0% family burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lewis & Clark CollegePrivate | $53,385 | 27 | $19,500 | Good | $33,625 | High |
| #2 | $50,672 | 36 | $20,609 | Good | $23,014 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Linfield UniversityPrivate | $50,660 | 17 | $25,000 | Manageable | $36,067 | High |
| #4 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $48,116 | 75 | $21,221 | Good | $28,923 | High |
| #5 | $45,675 | 116 | $20,500 | Manageable | $18,859 | High | |
| #6 | University Of PortlandPrivate | $38,858 | 11 | $21,370 | Manageable | $57,555 | High |
| #7 | $37,143 | 24 | $20,500 | Challenging | $15,500 | High | |
| #8 | $35,909 | 50 | $20,332 | Challenging | $21,279 | High | |
| #9 | University Of OregonPublic | $33,165 | 21 | $20,139 | High | $44,405 | High |
| #10 | Willamette UniversityPrivate | $31,472 | 29 | $21,500 | High | $36,571 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
