Program Analysis
While the career paths listed are high-paying leadership roles, your initial journey with this degree will likely start closer to home. Olivet’s location in Bourbonnais means many graduates find their first jobs in the local Kankakee County economy or similar Midwest markets, which don't have the large corporate headquarters or major media outlets that drive up salaries. As a faith-based institution, the program also has a strong reputation for placing graduates in mission-driven work at non-profits, churches, and community organizations. These roles can be incredibly fulfilling but typically offer more modest compensation than corporate communication departments in a major hub like Chicago. To boost your earning potential, your key action is to aggressively pursue internships in the Chicago metro area during your junior and senior years to build a professional network outside the immediate region.