Compare 5 Journalism. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $38,500.
With top graduates earning $53,451, Journalism stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $17K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
University of Miami's Journalism program leads with graduates earning $53,451, well above the $38,500 state average. University of Florida follows at $49,760, demonstrating how program quality varies dramatically even among Florida's top institutions. The $28K earnings gap between top and bottom programs reinforces that outcomes track program excellence, not school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Florida graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 7.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader despite Miami's higher earnings.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $53,451 | 29 | $17,500 | Excellent | $37,267 | High |
| #2 | University Of FloridaPublic | $49,760 | 130 | $15,000 | Excellent | $18,837 | Challenging |
| #3 | $36,231 | 39 | $23,548 | Challenging | $16,223 | High | |
| #4 | Flagler CollegePrivate | $27,863 | 39 | $24,250 | High | $29,390 | High |
| #5 | $25,194 | 49 | $18,190 | High | $16,036 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
