Journalism
Bachelor's degree · University of North Texas · Denton, TX
$38,118Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$57,461Median earnings 4 years after
$53,717Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
238Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at University of North Texas earn a median of $38,118 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 $19,500, about 51% of first-year earnings.
Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $40,502 | $17,250 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $39,336 | $17,250 |
| University of Houston Houston | $36,226 | $18,750 |
| Baylor University Waco | $35,675 | $23,525 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $33,255 | $16,869 |
| Angelo State University San Angelo | $30,008 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $29,622 | $22,000 |
| Texas Southern University Houston | $18,301 | $31,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Journalism graduates from University of North Texas make?
The median salary is $38,118 one year after graduation and $53,717 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.