Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Georgia State University · Atlanta, GA
$28,416Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,732Median earnings 4 years after
$50,652Median earnings 5 years after
$23,500Median federal debt
115Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Georgia State University earn a median of $28,416 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 $23,500, about 83% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $38,603 | $23,250 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $36,636 | $19,500 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $33,798 | $20,500 |
| Mercer University Macon | $32,807 | $26,000 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $30,792 | $21,506 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $27,268 | $25,250 |
| Savannah State University Savannah | $24,310 | $31,090 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Georgia State University make?
The median salary is $28,416 one year after graduation and $50,652 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.