Journalism at Washington and Lee University
Lexington, Virginia • Bachelor's
Median Earnings
$71,492
Graduates earn above the national average for this program
Earnings Comparison
This School
$71,492
Journalism
National Average
$42,094
All schools, same program
School Average
$83,599
All programs at Washington and Lee University
Program Details
Bachelor's
Credential Level
7
Completers (IPEDS)
387
Schools Offering
Debt & ROI
$71,492
Median Earnings
Journalism at Other Schools
| School | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washington and Lee University (this school) | $71,492 | — |
| George Washington University | $66,907 | $25,000 |
| San Jose State University | $65,175 | — |
| Northwestern University | $63,740 | $14,834 |
| Syracuse University | $62,752 | $27,000 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | $62,737 | $15,250 |
| Chapman University | $60,210 | $22,290 |
| University of Southern California | $59,071 | $15,000 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $58,676 | $13,654 |
| Boston University | $58,645 | $24,500 |
Other Programs at Washington and Lee University
| Program | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | $110,050 | $23,399 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $101,332 | $16,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $98,403 | — |
| Law | $93,627 | $97,335 |
| Computer Science | $91,744 | — |
| Mathematics | $76,460 | — |
| Journalism (current) | $71,492 | — |
| Political Science and Government | $67,855 | — |
| History | $67,315 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General | $57,710 | — |
About the Data
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023). Earnings are median earnings for graduates after completion. Debt figures represent the median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation.
Debt-to-earnings ratio compares cumulative debt to annual earnings. A ratio below 1.0 indicates that annual earnings exceed total debt, generally considered favorable. Estimated monthly payments assume a standard 10-year repayment plan.