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Journalism in Tennessee

Journalism Schools in Tennessee

Jobs for Journalism Grads in Tennessee

There are 5,650 people in the state and 323,220 people in the nation working in Journalism jobs.

Journalism Jobs Nationwide vs. TN

Wages for Journalism Jobs in Tennessee

A typical salary for a Journalism grad in the state is $58,649, compared to a typical salary of $82,849 nationwide.

Journalism Wages Nationwide vs. TN

There are 5 colleges in Tennessee that offer Journalism degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $44,937 a year. About 46% of those who apply are admitted. 91% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $38,819 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 68% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 78%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,466 a year. About 93% of those who apply are admitted. 71% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,205 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 96%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 67%.

#5

Belmont University

Nashville

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,296 a year. The school admits about 96% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

Journalism Careers in TN

Some of the careers Journalism majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary $96,169
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $74,101
Writers and Authors $63,195
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers $70,619
Film and Video Editors $89,576
Proofreaders and Copy Markers $30,503
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $108,419
Photographers $75,743
Editors $100,346

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Journalism.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Communication & Media Studies 55,210
Public Relations & Advertising 19,636
Radio, TV & Digital Communication 17,813
Other Communication & Journalism 1,080
Publishing 340

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