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Journalism at SUNY at Purchase College

Purchase, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $22,011/yr (-36% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (64% exposed)

Job Market Large (50,500 openings/yr)

ROI 15.5x earnings multiple (7.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #130 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	$565K	$555K	$504K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	15.8x	15.5x	14.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.5x	7.4x	6.7x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	46%	31%
DegreeOutlook Score	30	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)

$35,812

Out-of-state: $75,452 (7.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$76,268

-113% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,500

11.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,662

121% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $22,011/yr fall 36% below the $34,417 national median for Journalism. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

With a 15.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Journalism career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,500 against $22,011/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #130 ranking among 178 Journalism programs places SUNY at Purchase College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $22,011-to-$48,662 earnings arc over five years reflects a 121% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About SUNY at Purchase College

SUNY at Purchase College has a 73% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, a smaller institution with 3,110 students in Purchase, NY.

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Top Career Paths

Communications teachers, postsecondary $77,800/yr

Editors $75,260/yr

Writers and authors $72,270/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Journalism at SUNY at Purchase 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 SUNY at Purchase 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 SUNY at Purchase College a good choice for Journalism despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If SUNY at Purchase 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 →