Journalism at Norfolk State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk State University | $33,958* | — | $24,208* | — |
| University of Richmond | $43,157* | — | $15,897* | 0.37 |
| Liberty University | $39,592* | — | —* | — |
| Hampton University | $28,324* | $46,581 | $26,250* | 0.93 |
| Radford University | $25,675* | $40,954 | $26,135* | 1.02 |
| National Median | $34,515* | — | $24,250* | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $62,600 | $43,157 | $15,897 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $39,592 | — |
| Hampton University Hampton | $29,162 | $28,324 | $26,250 |
| Radford University Radford | $12,286 | $25,675 | $26,135 |
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 Norfolk State University, approximately 62% 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 VA. Actual outcomes may vary.