Journalism

Bachelor's degree · University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Seattle, WA

CIP 09.04

$33,250Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,995Median earnings 3 years after
$73,747Median earnings 5 years after
$13,654Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Journalism at University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $33,250 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 $13,654, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Journalism (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Gonzaga University
Spokane
$36,767$27,000
Washington State University
Pullman
$36,273$20,625
Western Washington University
Bellingham
$34,119$18,151

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Journalism graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus make?

The median salary is $33,250 one year after graduation and $73,747 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,654.

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