Best Journalism Schools in Kansas

Kansas has 3 colleges offering Journalism programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 340 recent graduates. Graduates earn $32,016 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $32,304.

School choice matters significantly: University of Kansas graduates earn $37,808 while Benedictine College graduates earn $25,774 — a $12,034 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in KS

$32,016

KS Avg. Earnings

$32,304

National Avg.

231

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Journalism in Kansas

Public Schools (2)

$35,138

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$25,774

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Kansas produce comparable or higher early earnings for Journalism graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Journalism Schools in Kansas, Ranked by Earnings

University of Kansas

Lawrence, KS · Public

$37,808

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,913

Graduates: 215

Acceptance: 88.2%

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KS · Public

$32,467

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,997

Graduates: 125

Acceptance: 79.4%

Benedictine College

Atchison, KS · Private

$25,774

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 76.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Journalism in Kansas?

University of Kansas ranks #1 for Journalism in Kansas with median graduate earnings of $37,808 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Journalism programs in the state.

How much do Journalism graduates earn in Kansas?

Journalism graduates in Kansas earn an average of $32,016 within two years of graduation. This is 1% below the national average of $32,304 for this major.

What is the hardest Journalism school to get into in Kansas?

Benedictine College is the most selective Journalism program in Kansas with an acceptance rate of 76.4%. The average acceptance rate across Journalism programs in the state is 81.3%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Journalism in Kansas?

In Kansas, private Journalism programs produce average earnings of $25,774 vs $35,138 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Kansas

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $70,137 Industrial Engineering $66,731 Computer and Information Sciences, General $66,274 Architectural Engineering $65,557 Chemical Engineering $65,089 Computer Engineering $64,990 Civil Engineering $61,395 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $60,823

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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.