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Best Colleges for Bachelor Degree
in Journalism

51 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

51 Colleges
πŸ“ California
πŸŽ“ Bachelor Degree

Showing 1–24 of 51 colleges in California

Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Rolling admissions β€” apply anytimeFee $70
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Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Feb 1 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 10 Fee $70
View college details
Pepperdine University
Malibu, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 49.9%
Annual cost
$85,202/yr
Grad earnings
$82,939
SAT avg
1,367
ACT mid
28
Apply by Jan 15 Decision Apr 1 Fee $70
View college details
Pacific Union College
Angwin, California
🏒 Private Competitive
Acceptance rate 42.5%
Annual cost
$47,244/yr
Grad earnings
$70,484
SAT avg
1,093
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Dec 15 Fee $40
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Chapman University
Orange, California
🏒 Private Match
Acceptance rate 55.6%
Annual cost
$81,327/yr
Grad earnings
$70,070
SAT avg
1,353
ACT mid
29
Apply by Feb 15 Fee $70
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Chapman University
Orange, California
🏒 Private Match
Acceptance rate 55.6%
Annual cost
$81,327/yr
Grad earnings
$70,070
SAT avg
1,353
ACT mid
29
Apply by Jan 15 Fee $70
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Bachelor Degree in Journalism in California?
51 colleges and universities currently offer Bachelor Degree programs in Journalism in California, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Journalism in California?
University of Southern California leads with median graduate earnings of $92,498 ten years after enrollment for Bachelor Degree graduates.
Which Journalism colleges in California have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Pepperdine University, Mount Saint Mary's University, Mount Saint Mary's University. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Journalism programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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