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Best Journalism Schools in Alabama

Alabama has 4 colleges offering Journalism programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 152 recent graduates. Graduates earn $31,798 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $32,304.

4
Schools in AL
$31,798
AL Avg. Earnings
$32,304
National Avg.
231
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Journalism in Alabama

Public Schools (3)
$30,829
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$34,704
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,875 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Journalism Schools in Alabama, Ranked by Earnings

#1
The University of Alabama logo

The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL · Public

$29,141
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,764
Graduates: 67
Acceptance: 75.8%
#2
Samford University logo

Samford University

Birmingham, AL · Private

$34,704
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $38,043
Graduates: 32
Acceptance: 82.2%
#3
Auburn University logo

Auburn University

Auburn, AL · Public

$39,585
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $30,959
Graduates: 53
Acceptance: 50.5%
#4
Troy University logo

Troy University

Troy, AL · Public

$23,761
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 92.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Journalism in Alabama?
The University of Alabama ranks #1 for Journalism in Alabama with median graduate earnings of $29,141 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Journalism programs in the state.
How much do Journalism graduates earn in Alabama?
Journalism graduates in Alabama earn an average of $31,798 within two years of graduation. This is 2% below the national average of $32,304 for this major.
What is the hardest Journalism school to get into in Alabama?
Auburn University is the most selective Journalism program in Alabama with an acceptance rate of 50.5%. The average acceptance rate across Journalism programs in the state is 75.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Journalism in Alabama?
In Alabama, private Journalism programs produce average earnings of $34,704 vs $30,829 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Alabama

Chemical Engineering $67,727 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,439 Computer Engineering $62,779 Industrial Engineering $60,359 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $58,359 Civil Engineering $56,631 Computer and Information Sciences, General $56,387 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $49,644
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.