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Best Colleges for Communications in Michigan

The best colleges for a Communications degree in Michigan, led by University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Michigan State University and Western Michigan University. Each school is shown with its acceptance rate, tuition, and average SAT so you can weigh Communications programs side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best college for Communications in Michigan?

Based on our rankings, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is the top-ranked college for Communications in Michigan. Other top choices include Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, Hillsdale College.

What are the best Communications schools?

The best Communications schools, based on program-specific federal data including median earnings and graduate counts, are University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University. Our rankings use College Scorecard field-of-study data rather than editorial opinion.

How much does it cost to study Communications?

The average out-of-state tuition among top Communications programs is approximately $32,206 per year. However, costs vary significantly — many schools offer generous financial aid packages that can reduce the effective cost.

How long does it take to get a Communications degree?

A bachelor's degree in Communications typically takes four years of full-time study. Some programs offer accelerated tracks or combined bachelor's-to-master's options that can extend or shorten the timeline.

How are these Communications rankings determined?

Our major rankings are independently calculated from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study (CIP) data — primarily median earnings 4 years after graduation and program scale (graduate count), with a 10+ annual graduates minimum per program. They are not derived from US News or any other publication.

Career outcomes for Communications graduates

Among the top 10 ranked Communications programs, the average early-career salary is approximately $60,459 per year. Below are the highest-paying Communications programs based on federal College Scorecard earnings data reported by graduates four years after completion.

• University of Michigan-Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, MI · $83,648/yr (rank #1)
• Michigan State University — East Lansing, MI · $67,253/yr (rank #2)
• University of Michigan-Dearborn — Dearborn, MI · $59,649/yr (rank #3)
• Oakland University — Rochester Hills, MI · $58,612/yr (rank #4)
• Hope College — Holland, MI · $58,427/yr (rank #5)

1. 1. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, MI · 15.6% acceptance · SAT 1,465 · $60,946 tuition · 93% grad rate
2. 2. Michigan State University — East Lansing, MI · 84.8% acceptance · SAT 1,269 · $43,842 tuition · 81% grad rate
3. 3. Western Michigan University — Kalamazoo, MI · 84.6% acceptance · $19,034 tuition · 58% grad rate
4. 4. Hillsdale College — Hillsdale, MI · 20.7% acceptance · SAT 1,415 · $33,189 tuition · 90% grad rate
5. 5. Wayne State University — Detroit, MI · 81.2% acceptance · SAT 1,156 · $32,037 tuition · 58% grad rate
6. 6. Hope College — Holland, MI · 79.2% acceptance · SAT 1,249 · $41,970 tuition · 80% grad rate
7. 7. Siena Heights University — Adrian, MI · 68.9% acceptance · SAT 954 · $30,778 tuition · 45% grad rate
8. 8. University of Michigan-Dearborn — Dearborn, MI · 55.6% acceptance · SAT 1,115 · $32,896 tuition · 58% grad rate
9. 9. Oakland University — Rochester Hills, MI · 87.8% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $23,188 tuition · 58% grad rate
10. 10. Saginaw Valley State University — University Center, MI · 72.1% acceptance · SAT 1,052 · $30,450 tuition · 48% grad rate
11. 11. University of Michigan-Flint — Flint, MI · 70.5% acceptance · SAT 1,102 · $28,320 tuition · 40% grad rate
12. 12. Central Michigan University — Mount Pleasant, MI · 89.8% acceptance · SAT 1,091 · $14,760 tuition · 59% grad rate
13. 13. Alma College — Alma, MI · 57% acceptance · $49,552 tuition · 63% grad rate
14. 14. Albion College — Albion, MI · 80.7% acceptance · $56,950 tuition · 62% grad rate
15. 15. Eastern Michigan University — Ypsilanti, MI · 79.6% acceptance · SAT 1,066 · $16,240 tuition · 46% grad rate
16. 16. Ferris State University — Big Rapids, MI · 91.4% acceptance · SAT 1,012 · $14,778 tuition · 47% grad rate
17. 17. Northern Michigan University — Marquette, MI · 84% acceptance · $19,773 tuition · 52% grad rate
18. 18. Cornerstone University — Grand Rapids, MI · 77.8% acceptance · $23,000 tuition · 62% grad rate
19. 19. Aquinas College — Grand Rapids, MI · 89.9% acceptance · SAT 1,025 · $40,218 tuition · 65% grad rate

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