Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Western Illinois University · Macomb, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$40,208Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Western Illinois University earn a median of $40,208. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $56,278 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,588–$73,923).
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $50,426 | $14,834 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $40,575 | $21,269 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $38,302 | $21,125 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $37,388 | $21,666 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $36,643 | $20,750 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $36,303 | $21,000 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $31,753 | $22,625 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $31,369 | $24,525 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Western Illinois University make?
The median salary is $40,208 and $40,208 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.