Journalism at Appalachian State University
Boone, North Carolina • Bachelor's
Median Earnings
$37,704
Graduates earn below the national average for this program
Earnings Comparison
This School
$37,704
Journalism
National Average
$42,094
All schools, same program
School Average
$47,486
All programs at Appalachian State University
Program Details
Bachelor's
Credential Level
33
Completers (IPEDS)
387
Schools Offering
Debt & ROI
$20,222
Median Debt
0.54
Debt-to-Earnings
(Favorable)
$169/mo
Est. Monthly Payment
$37,704
Median Earnings
Journalism at Other Schools
| School | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University | $71,492 | — |
| George Washington University | $66,907 | $25,000 |
| San Jose State University | $65,175 | — |
| Northwestern University | $63,740 | $14,834 |
| Syracuse University | $62,752 | $27,000 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $62,737 | $15,250 |
| Chapman University | $60,210 | $22,290 |
| University of Southern California | $59,071 | $15,000 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $58,676 | $13,654 |
| Boston University | $58,645 | $24,500 |
Other Programs at Appalachian State University
| Program | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $84,108 | $22,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $78,343 | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | $74,802 | $24,814 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $74,682 | $27,350 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $74,624 | $20,667 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $73,703 | $17,978 |
| International Business | $73,504 | $26,691 |
| Physics | $71,575 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $70,700 | $27,533 |
| Construction Management | $69,955 | $18,750 |
About the Data
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023). Earnings are median earnings for graduates after completion. Debt figures represent the median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation.
Debt-to-earnings ratio compares cumulative debt to annual earnings. A ratio below 1.0 indicates that annual earnings exceed total debt, generally considered favorable. Estimated monthly payments assume a standard 10-year repayment plan.