Journalism at Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Illinois University | — | — | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $50,426 | $63,740 | $15,333 | 0.30 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | $40,575 | $42,041 | $25,500 | 0.63 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $38,302 | $49,526 | $23,000 | 0.60 |
| DePaul University | $37,388 | $48,283 | $24,334 | 0.65 |
| Illinois State University | $36,643 | $45,989 | $23,500 | 0.64 |
| National Median | $34,515 | — | $24,250 | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $50,426 | $15,333 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $13,244 | $40,575 | $25,500 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $38,302 | $23,000 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $37,388 | $24,334 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $36,643 | $23,500 |
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 Eastern Illinois 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.