Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Ranked 184th of 355 bachelor's programs in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs (bachelor's) graduates.
Graduates of Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis's bachelor's program in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs earn a median $37,525 one year after graduating, rising to $65,194 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 10% below the national median of $59,040 for this field, ranking 184th of 355 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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