Journalism at CUNY York College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY York College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY York College graduates earn $25k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all journalism bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY York College | $24,535 | $42,394 | — | — |
| Fordham University | $42,769 | — | $26,324 | 0.62 |
| Syracuse University | $40,757 | $62,752 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Hofstra University | $37,241 | $54,788 | $25,000 | 0.67 |
| St. John's University-New York | $36,020 | $49,154 | $26,000 | 0.72 |
| Canisius University | $34,766 | — | $25,000 | 0.72 |
| National Median | $34,515 | — | $24,250 | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $42,769 | $26,324 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse | $63,061 | $40,757 | $27,000 |
| Hofstra University Hempstead | $55,450 | $37,241 | $25,000 |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $50,110 | $36,020 | $26,000 |
| Canisius University Buffalo | $32,720 | $34,766 | $25,000 |
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 CUNY York College, approximately 43% 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.