Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Boston University · Boston, MA
$42,857Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,617Median earnings 4 years after
$73,406Median earnings 5 years after
$24,500Median federal debt
91Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Boston University earn a median of $42,857 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 $24,500, about 57% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Boston | $51,855 | $24,005 |
| Emerson College Boston | $39,703 | $23,610 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $37,091 | $21,500 |
| Suffolk University Boston | $33,628 | $20,543 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Boston University make?
The median salary is $42,857 one year after graduation and $73,406 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.