HumanitiesCIP 09.0401

Journalism

Report the truth, tell important stories, hold power accountable. Evolving rapidly with digital media.

$38,000

Avg Starting Salary

75%

Employment Rate

📖 What You'll Learn

How to research, verify, and communicate important stories to the public.

📚 Typical Courses

ReportingMedia EthicsData JournalismMultimedia StorytellingInvestigative Journalism

🚀 Career Paths

Journalist / Reporter

Journalists research, write, and report news stories for newspapers, magazines, websites, and broadcast media. They investigate events, conduct interviews, and inform the public.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What can you do with a Journalism degree?

Journalist, Editor, Podcaster, Content Creator, Communications Specialist

How much do Journalism majors make?

The average starting salary for Journalism graduates is $38,000 per year, with an employment rate of 75%.

What do you learn in a Journalism major?

How to research, verify, and communicate important stories to the public.

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