Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Quinnipiac University · Hamden, CT
$40,184Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$61,819Median earnings 4 years after
$67,047Median earnings 5 years after
$23,750Median federal debt
35Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Quinnipiac University earn a median of $40,184 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 $23,750, about 59% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $36,153 | $20,101 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $34,577 | $26,534 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $24,026 | $21,500 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $24,026 | $21,500 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $24,026 | $21,500 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $24,026 | $21,500 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $24,026 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Quinnipiac University make?
The median salary is $40,184 one year after graduation and $67,047 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.