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Communication & Journalism at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $43,969/yr (27% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

Job Market Medium (25,900 openings/yr)

ROI 7.5x earnings multiple (3.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #7 of 16 Communication & Journalism programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$498K	$497K	$462K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	7.5x	7.5x	7.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.4x	3.4x	3.2x
Probability of Field Employment	46%	39%	26%
DegreeOutlook Score	38	37	26

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$65,952

Out-of-state: $145,608 (3.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$68,556

-4% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,153

5.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$57,825

32% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $43,969 per year, Communication & Journalism graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities significantly outpace the $34,532 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

A 7.5x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

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

The median debt load of $20,153 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #7 ranking among 16 Communication & Journalism programs places University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

About University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

With 77% of applicants admitted, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities prioritizes broad access, serving a student body of 30,469 in Minneapolis, MN.

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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 3 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 37/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Communication & Journalism at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

At 37/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Communication & Journalism programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Communication & Journalism at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?

The 65% 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.

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