Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Rowan University · Glassboro, NJ
$34,038Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,057Median earnings 4 years after
$53,282Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Rowan University earn a median of $34,038 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 $20,500, about 60% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $42,217 | — |
| Rutgers University-Newark Newark | $32,523 | $23,000 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $32,523 | $23,000 |
| Montclair State University Montclair | $25,575 | — |
| Bloomfield College of Montclair State University Bloomfield | $25,575 | — |
Other programs at Rowan University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$119,453 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$95,527 - Computer ScienceMaster's degree
$86,032 - Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and InspectionBachelor's degree
$85,630 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$84,859 - Engineering, GeneralMaster's degree
$84,255 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$79,897 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$79,612 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$72,463 - Behavioral SciencesMaster's degree
$68,802 - Biomedical/Medical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$67,609 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$67,362 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$67,278 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$66,909 - MedicineDoctoral degree
$66,847 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$66,244 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's degree
$65,803 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherMaster's degree
$65,690 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$64,645 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$62,761
Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Rowan University make?
The median salary is $34,038 one year after graduation and $53,282 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.