Journalism at California State University-Chico
What traits are you looking for in a school for Journalism, consider the program at California State University-Chico. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Chico is located in Chico, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 30 journalism degrees were granted at California State University-Chico.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Chico
Many students take online classes at California State University-Chico. Of 15,257 students, 2,599 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,894 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Journalism Rankings at California State University-Chico
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Chico’s Journalism program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 38 |
| Best Value | California | #21 of 30 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #63 of 206 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 206 |
Earnings for Journalism Graduates from California State University-Chico
Students who complete California State University-Chico’s Journalism program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,827 |
| 2 years | $34,298 |
| 3 years | $43,025 |
| 4 years | $42,869 |
| 5 years | $56,247 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Journalism graduates from California State University-Chico take home a median $42,869, compared with $57,793 for all California State University-Chico graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Journalism graduates from California State University-Chico stands at $18,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Journalism graduates at California State University-Chico, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Journalism graduates at California State University-Chico are 63% women (19) and 37% men (11).
Journalism Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Chico
Among the 30 bachelor’s journalism degrees awarded at California State University-Chico, 63% were women (19) and 37% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 47% of Journalism bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Chico, higher than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Journalism Concentrations at California State University-Chico
This Journalism program at California State University-Chico includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Journalism | 30 |
Best-Paid Careers for Journalism Graduates
Students who finish Journalism program at California State University-Chico work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Journalism graduates, 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 |
| Proofreaders and Copy Markers | $30,503 |
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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