Journalism at Western New England University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Journalism bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western New England University | $39,703* | — | $24,697* | — |
| Northeastern University | $51,855* | $55,306 | $24,313* | 0.47 |
| Boston University | $42,857* | $58,645 | $24,813* | 0.58 |
| Emerson College | $39,703* | $53,162 | $24,580* | 0.62 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst | $37,091* | $47,930 | $25,447* | 0.69 |
| Suffolk University | $33,628* | — | $27,000* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $34,515* | — | $24,250* | 0.70 |
Other Journalism Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $51,855 | $24,313 |
| Boston University Boston | $65,168 | $42,857 | $24,813 |
| Emerson College Boston | $55,392 | $39,703 | $24,580 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $17,357 | $37,091 | $25,447 |
| Suffolk University Boston | $45,380 | $33,628 | $27,000 |
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 Western New England University, approximately 25% 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 5 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.