Journalism at Angelo State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Angelo State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Angelo State University graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 24th percentile of all journalism bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo State University | $30,008 | — | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $40,502 | $51,501 | $19,448 | 0.48 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $39,336 | $51,204 | $21,500 | 0.55 |
| University of North Texas | $38,118 | $47,700 | $19,877 | 0.52 |
| University of Houston | $36,226 | $42,967 | $21,500 | 0.59 |
| Baylor University | $35,675 | $51,918 | $23,959 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $34,515 | — | $24,250 | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $40,502 | $19,448 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $39,336 | $21,500 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $38,118 | $19,877 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $36,226 | $21,500 |
| Baylor University Waco | $54,844 | $35,675 | $23,959 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Angelo State University, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.