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About Radio and Television

A program that focuses on the theories, methods, and techniques used to plan, produce, and distribute audio and video programs and messages, and that prepares individuals to function as staff, producers, directors, and managers of radio and television shows and media organizations. Includes instruction in media aesthetics; planning, scheduling, and production; writing and editing; performing and directing; personnel and facilities management; marketing and distribution; media regulations, law, and policy; and principles of broadcast technology.

Students who are passionate about Radio and Television can study up to a Masters degree. Right now, 6,328 students earn a some level of degree in Radio and Television around the country each year. More students graduate with a degree in Radio and Television in California compared to any other state. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Radio and Television is $38,000.

Popularity of Radio and Television Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Radio and Television degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Radio and Television majors is Producers and Directors. However, another thing to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A position that is in high need that a degree in Radio and Television can prepare you for is Producers and Directors.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Radio and Television majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Radio and Television majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,123
Female Students
407 (36%)
Male Students
716 (63%)
Hispanic or Latino (481, 43%)
White (326, 29%)
Asian (117, 10%)
Two or more races (69, 6%)
Black or African American (66, 6%)
U.S. Nonresident (31, 3%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (29, 3%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (4, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)

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