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#1

#1 Best College for Journalism in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

the University of Missouri-Columbia is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,140–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$19,889

Median Starting Salary

$56,904
#2

#2 Best College for Journalism in the U.S.

University of Maryland-College Park
College Park, MD

the University of Maryland-College Park is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,360–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$16,210

Median Starting Salary

$52,556
#3

#3 Best College for Journalism in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX

Overall, The University of Texas at Austin is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

31%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,240–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$17,434

Median Starting Salary

$50,854
#4

#4 Best College for Journalism in the U.S.

Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH

In general, Ohio University-Main Campus is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,207

Median Starting Salary

$54,953
#5

#5 Best College for Journalism in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

the University of Iowa is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$19,587

Median Starting Salary

$56,415
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About Journalism

A program that focuses on the theory and practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news and that prepares individuals to be professional print journalists, news editors, and news managers. Includes instruction in news writing and editing; reporting; photojournalism; layout and graphic design; journalism law and policy; professional standards and ethics; research methods; and journalism history and criticism.

Students who are passionate about Journalism can study up to a Post masters certificate. Currently, 10,260 students are granted some level of degree in Journalism around the United States each year. More students earn a degree in Journalism in the state of Missouri compared to any other state. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Journalism is $40,700.

Popularity of Journalism Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Journalism majors is Communications Teachers, Postsecondary. However, something else to think about is how much demand there is for certain careers. A career that is in high need that a degree in Journalism can prepare you for is Communications Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Journalism majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students
18
Female Students
11 (61%)
Male Students
7 (38%)

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