Journalism at Central Washington University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Washington University | $35,196* | — | $18,075* | — |
| Gonzaga University | $36,767* | $40,701 | $27,000* | 0.73 |
| Washington State University | $36,273* | — | $22,506* | 0.62 |
| Western Washington University | $34,119* | $50,965 | $18,075* | 0.53 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $33,250* | $58,676 | $13,654* | 0.41 |
| National Median | $34,515* | — | $24,250* | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $53,500 | $36,767 | $27,000 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $36,273 | $22,506 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $34,119 | $18,075 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $33,250 | $13,654 |
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 Central Washington University, approximately 31% 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 4 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.