Journalism at Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY · Bachelor's Degree · about 11 graduates a year
Kentucky State University graduates in journalism earn 25% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Kentucky State University Compares for Journalism
All 187 colleges reporting journalism earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA | $81,935 | $83,329 | #1 | $45,256 |
| 2 | George Washington University Washington, DC | $81,927 | $71,789 | #10 | $52,015 |
| 3 | Northwestern University Evanston, IL | $80,258 | $78,853 | #3 | $50,426 |
| 4 | University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | $79,776 | $72,591 | #8 | $44,651 |
| 5 | Chapman University Orange, CA | $79,135 | $72,008 | #9 | $41,645 |
| 6 | University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI | $75,967 | $79,047 | #2 | $40,942 |
| 7 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $74,709 | $65,789 | #20 | $51,855 |
| 8 | Fordham University Bronx, NY | $72,475 | $68,981 | #13 | $42,769 |
| 9 | University of Miami Coral Gables, FL | $71,466 | $76,066 | #5 | $41,378 |
| 10 | California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA | $70,829 | $64,450 | #25 | $48,637 |
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| 174 | Marshall University Huntington, WV | $44,277 | $52,382 | #120 | $23,169 |
| 175 | University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR | $43,189 | $50,895 | #134 | $31,911 |
| 176 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth, MN | $42,478 | $40,576 | #183 | $27,474 |
| 177 | Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY | $42,363 | $47,968 | #161 | — |
| 178 | Rust College Holly Springs, MS | $41,398 | $50,229 | #143 | $24,977 |
| 179 | University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS | $41,293 | $50,101 | #146 | $29,591 |
| 180 | Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA | $41,220 | $47,715 | #163 | $21,087 |
Other Majors at Kentucky State University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $46,767 | $33,099 | #565 of 660 |
| Psychology | $42,743 | — | #883 of 1027 |
| Business/Commerce | $42,392 | $27,013 | #269 of 271 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $34,522 | $25,378 | #343 of 345 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Kentucky State University journalism graduates make?
Graduates earn $42,363 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Kentucky State University rank for journalism?
Among 187 colleges reporting earnings for journalism graduates, Kentucky State University ranks #177 by median pay four years after graduation, and #161 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is journalism at Kentucky State University worth it?
Its graduates earn 25% less than the national median for journalism ($56,278).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.