Journalism

Master's degree · Georgetown University · Washington, DC

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$59,912Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$90,356Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Journalism at Georgetown University earn a median of $59,912 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,034 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,344–$90,647).

Journalism (Master's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
American University
Washington
$49,973$55,989

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Journalism graduates from Georgetown University make?

The median salary is $59,912 one year after graduation.

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