Journalism

Bachelor's degree · University of Arizona · Tucson, AZ

CIP 09.04

$36,521Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,676Median earnings 4 years after
$59,230Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
69Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at University of Arizona earn a median of $36,521 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 $20,500, about 56% of first-year earnings.

Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Arizona schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe
$42,605$18,340
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff
$33,710$18,062
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler
$32,459$36,807

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Journalism graduates from University of Arizona make?

The median salary is $36,521 one year after graduation and $59,230 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

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