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Journalism at CUNY York College

Jamaica, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $24,535/yr (-29% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (64% exposed)

Job Market Large (50,500 openings/yr)

ROI 17.2x earnings multiple (8.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #129 of 178 Journalism programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Journalism graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$507K	$505K	$470K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	17.2x	17.2x	16.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	8.3x	8.3x	7.7x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	46%	31%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	29	27

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$29,432

Out-of-state: $61,232 (8.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$18,936

36% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$44,226

80% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

CUNY York College's Journalism graduates start at $24,535/yr, trailing the $34,417 national average by 29%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

With a 17.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Journalism career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

A #129 ranking among 178 Journalism programs places CUNY York College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $24,535-to-$44,226 earnings arc over five years reflects a 80% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About CUNY York College

CUNY York College's 59% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 4,439 students in Jamaica, NY. With 43% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum. After financial aid, the average student pays $18,936 over four years — 36% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Communications teachers, postsecondary $77,800/yr

Editors $75,260/yr

Writers and authors $72,270/yr

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Journalism at CUNY York College?

At 29/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Journalism programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Journalism at CUNY York College?

The 64% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is CUNY York College a good choice for Journalism despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If CUNY York College's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →