Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Rutgers University-Newark · Newark, NJ
$32,523Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,670Median earnings 4 years after
$62,307Median earnings 5 years after
$23,000Median federal debt
20Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Rutgers University-Newark earn a median of $32,523 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 $23,000, about 71% 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 | — |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $34,038 | $20,500 |
| 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 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Rutgers University-Newark make?
The median salary is $32,523 one year after graduation and $62,307 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.