Journalism at University of Iowa
If you plan to study Journalism, you may want to check out the program at University of Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Iowa sits in Iowa City, IA.
During the most recent reporting year, 109 journalism degrees were awarded at University of Iowa.
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Studying Online at University of Iowa
Online coursework is an option at University of Iowa. Among 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Journalism Rankings at University of Iowa
Rankings can help you compare University of Iowa’s Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 206 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #140 of 206 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 206 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #140 of 206 |
Earnings for Journalism Graduates from University of Iowa
Graduates of University of Iowa’s Journalism program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,256 |
| 2 years | $40,649 |
| 3 years | $44,179 |
| 4 years | $49,005 |
| 5 years | $57,065 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Journalism graduates from University of Iowa earn a median of $49,005, compared with $69,768 for all University of Iowa graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Journalism graduates from University of Iowa stands at $25,907.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Journalism graduates at University of Iowa, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Journalism graduates at University of Iowa are 63% women (69) and 37% men (40).
Journalism Bachelor’s Program at University of Iowa
Among the 88 bachelor’s journalism degrees awarded at University of Iowa, 67% were women (59) and 33% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 70 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 14% of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 35%.*
Journalism Master’s Program at University of Iowa
Among the 18 master’s journalism degrees awarded at University of Iowa, 56% were women (10) and 44% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 6% of Journalism master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, lower than the national average of 32%.*
Journalism Doctoral Program at University of Iowa
Of the 3 doctoral journalism degrees awarded at University of Iowa, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Journalism Concentrations at University of Iowa
This Journalism program at University of Iowa offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Journalism | 109 |
Best-Paid Careers for Journalism Graduates
Graduates of the Journalism program at University of Iowa pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Journalism majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Editors | $100,346 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,169 |
| Film and Video Editors | $89,576 |
| Photographers | $75,743 |
| News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists | $74,101 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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