Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Emerson College · Boston, MA
$39,703Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,337Median earnings 4 years after
$61,538Median earnings 5 years after
$23,610Median federal debt
68Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Emerson College earn a median of $39,703 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 $23,610, about 59% 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 |
| Boston University Boston | $42,857 | $24,500 |
| 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 Emerson College make?
The median salary is $39,703 one year after graduation and $61,538 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,610.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.