Journalism
Bachelor's degree · Point Park University · Pittsburgh, PA
$34,887Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,859Median earnings 4 years after
$44,514Median earnings 5 years after
$26,374Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at Point Park University earn a median of $34,887 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 $26,374, about 76% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh University Bethlehem | $45,256 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana | $37,263 | $21,582 |
| Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park | $36,468 | $24,367 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $36,468 | $24,367 |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $32,294 | $25,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $30,959 | $24,000 |
| Pennsylvania Western University California | $27,620 | — |
| Widener University Chester | $22,058 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from Point Park University make?
The median salary is $34,887 one year after graduation and $44,514 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,374.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.