Journalism

Bachelor's degree · Auburn University · Auburn, AL

CIP 09.04

$38,357Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$44,704Median earnings 4 years after
$51,515Median earnings 5 years after
$19,213Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Auburn University earn a median of $38,357 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,278 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,588–$73,923). Median debt is $19,213, about 50% of first-year earnings.

Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa
$35,509$23,375
Samford University
Birmingham
$30,311$18,120

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Journalism graduates from Auburn University make?

The median salary is $38,357 one year after graduation and $51,515 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,213.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.