Journalism at California State University-Fresno
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Fresno | $31,788* | — | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $48,637* | $54,626 | $19,333 | 0.40 |
| University of Southern California | $44,651* | $59,071 | $16,250 | 0.36 |
| Pepperdine University | $42,536* | $45,717 | — | — |
| Biola University | $41,997* | $40,172 | $27,000 | 0.64 |
| Chapman University | $41,645* | $60,210 | $22,500 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $34,515* | — | $24,250 | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $48,637 | $19,333 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $44,651 | $16,250 |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $66,742 | $42,536 | — |
| Biola University La Mirada | $46,704 | $41,997 | $27,000 |
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $41,645 | $22,500 |
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 California State University-Fresno, approximately 56% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 15 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.