Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $38,302 at Loyola University Chicago come in 11% above the national median of $34,417 for Journalism programs.
An earnings multiple of 2.6x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.
AI risk is moderate — 64% task exposure — and the 10% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $21,125 debt-to-$38,302 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #146 out of 178 programs, Loyola University Chicago's financial outcomes for Journalism trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $38,302 to $55,384 shows 45% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.