Compare 11 Journalism. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $44,123.
The highest-earning Journalism program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $26K earnings gap across 11 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Texas Christian University's Journalism program leads with graduates earning $53,614, followed by Baylor at $51,918. Both outperform the $44,123 average, proving that specialized program strength matters more than overall university rankings in determining career outcomes.
For students, Southern Methodist University offers the strongest value with just a 9.2% payment burden and $19,500 in borrowing—earning 'Good' affordability ratings. However, when parent loans are included, UT Austin becomes the family winner at 24.5% total burden despite higher earnings of $51,204.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Texas Christian UniversityPrivate | $53,614 | 17 | $21,500 | Good | $54,925 | High |
| #2 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $51,918 | 86 | $23,000 | Good | $50,786 | High |
| #3 | $51,501 | 42 | $19,500 | Good | $40,025 | High | |
| #4 | $51,204 | 172 | $20,500 | Good | $26,632 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $51,133 | 27 | $29,000 | Manageable | $19,929 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $47,700 | 287 | $19,250 | Good | $23,211 | High | |
| #7 | University Of HoustonPublic | $42,967 | 61 | $18,194 | Manageable | $18,072 | High |
| #8 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $42,248 | 21 | $21,500 | Manageable | $23,443 | High |
| #9 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $35,078 | 41 | $21,000 | Challenging | $22,500 | High |
| #10 | Angelo State UniversityPublic | $30,008 | 19 | $20,000 | High | $15,000 | High |
| #11 | $27,978 | 5 | $20,500 | High | $15,265 | 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 →
