Journalism

Master's degree · Kent State University at Kent · Kent, OH

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$56,011Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$83,464Median earnings 4 years after
$71,715Median earnings 5 years after
$27,036Median federal debt
18Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Journalism at Kent State University at Kent earn a median of $56,011 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,034 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,344–$90,647). Median debt is $27,036, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Journalism graduates from Kent State University at Kent make?

The median salary is $56,011 one year after graduation and $71,715 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,036.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.