Median Earnings (1yr)
$33,253
42nd percentile
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Idaho graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Idaho graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 42th percentile of all journalism bachelors programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Idaho

Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Idaho

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Idaho$33,253
National Median$34,515$24,2500.70

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 University of Idaho, approximately 23% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.