Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other at Palo Verde College in Blythe, CA

Communication & Journalism CERTIFICATE CIP 09.9999

Total Graduates

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

67%

6 of 9

Female Graduates

33%

3 of 9

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,380

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other. credential during the 2024 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $1,380 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Palo Verde College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 09.9999

Program Family Communication & Journalism

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 9 graduates

Award Year 2024

Gender Distribution 67% male, 33% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Average Starting Salary

$77,800

10-Year Job Growth

+2.1%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1122	$62,240	+2.1%	75%	primary100% confidence
Editors SOC: 27-3041	$60,208	+0.6%	75%	primary100% confidence
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers SOC: 27-3043	$57,816	+3.6%	75%	primary100% confidence
Writers and Authors SOC: 27-3043	$57,816	+3.6%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$58,350

Peak Salary

$97,250

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)

● Active Listening

● Speaking

● Reading Comprehension

● Instructing

● Learning Strategies

● Active Learning

● Writing

● Critical Thinking

● Monitoring

● Complex Problem Solving

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Palo Verde College

Location Blythe, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,380

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $13,800

Average Net Price $22,492

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Program Information

CIP Code: 09.9999

CIP Family: 09

IPEDS ID: