Journalism at Henderson State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Arkansas
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson State University | $32,047* | — | $24,875* | — |
| University of Arkansas | $38,354* | $51,403 | $21,500* | 0.56 |
| Arkansas Tech University | $32,183* | $32,282 | $23,250* | 0.72 |
| University of Central Arkansas | $31,911* | $39,247 | $26,500* | 0.83 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | $27,259* | — | $28,807* | 1.06 |
| National Median | $34,515* | — | $24,250* | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $9,748 | $38,354 | $21,500 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $8,508 | $32,183 | $23,250 |
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $10,118 | $31,911 | $26,500 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff | $9,019 | $27,259 | $28,807 |
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 Henderson State University, approximately 48% 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 AR. Actual outcomes may vary.