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Journalism Schools in Arkansas

In 2020-2021, 266 students earned their Journalism degrees in AR.

In terms of popularity, Journalism is the 32nd most popular major in the state out of a total 239 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Journalism Majors in Arkansas

Journalism majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 245
Master’s Degree 21

Gender Distribution

In Arkansas, a journalism major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of journalism majors in Arkansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.8%
  • Black or African American: 17.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 65.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.4%
  • Other Races: 7.5%
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Jobs for Journalism Grads in Arkansas

In this state, there are 1,650 people employed in jobs related to a journalism degree, compared to 318,590 nationwide.

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Wages for Journalism Jobs in Arkansas

In this state, journalism grads earn an average of $40,880. Nationwide, they make an average of $69,480.

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There are 9 colleges in Arkansas that offer journalism degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

#1

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville
146 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
27,562 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,507. The full-time teacher rate is 88%.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
8,899 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,410 a year. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
10,335 Total Students

78% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at UCA. In their early career, UCA grads earn an average salary of $34,259.

#4

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
10,829 Total Students

The 5.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 99%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
4,617 Total Students

The average student takes 4.34 years to complete their degree at Harding. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. The 3.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
13,106 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,687 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
4,432 Total Students

The average student takes 4.35 years to complete their degree at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus. 99% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
3,163 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $14,902.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
2,668 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 81%. Most students complete their degree in 4.55 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,631.

Journalism Careers in AR

Some of the careers journalism majors go into include:

Job Title AR Job Growth AR Median Salary
Film and Video Editors 25% $37,720
Writers and Authors 14% $43,450
Communications Professors 13% $50,360
Editors 10% $44,820
Photographers 2% $30,630
Reporters and Correspondents 0% $29,070
Broadcast News Analysts 0% $68,760
Radio and Television Announcers -7% $21,930

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to journalism.

Major Annual Graduates in AR
Communication & Media Studies 457
Public Relations & Advertising 134
Radio, TV & Digital Communication 81
Other Communication & Journalism 8

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