Journalism at University of Iowa

Master's Degree

Location: Iowa City, IA•In-State Tuition: $10,964•Out-of-State Tuition: $32,927•Admission Rate: 85%•Avg SAT: 1220
Median Earnings (1yr)
$75,030
95th percentile
Sample Size
36
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Iowa graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Iowa graduates earn $75k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all journalism masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa

Journalism masters's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Iowa$75,030———
National Median$50,692———

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 Iowa, approximately 18% 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.