South Dakota · Journalism

Best Journalism institutions in South Dakota, ranked by earnings

The Journalism program focuses on the principles and practices of reporting, writing, and broadcasting news. It is designed for students who are passionate about storytelling and wish to explore the diverse cultural values and ethical…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 09.04
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
5
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
62%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
$42,710
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Journalism in South Dakota

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1South Dakota State University
Brookings Public
562%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (SOC 27-3023).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-3.9%
Decline
Openings / yr (US)
~4,100
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$60,280
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

SpeakingWritingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingActive Learning

What News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists earn in South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
210
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$42,710
median $36,610
Best-paying metro
$53,050
Sioux Falls, SD-MN

Related careers

News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
$42,710 avg · 210 jobs
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
$43,100 avg · 210 jobs
Editors
$56,460 avg · 100 jobs
Photographers
$39,420 avg · 100 jobs
Communications Teachers, Postsecondary
$62,720 avg · 100 jobs
Writers and Authors
$59,430 avg · 40 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Journalism programs in South Dakota.

How much do News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists earn in South Dakota?+

The average annual wage for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists in South Dakota is $42,710 (median $36,610), across about 210 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Journalism program?+

The Journalism program focuses on the principles and practices of reporting, writing, and broadcasting news. It is designed for students who are passionate about storytelling and wish to explore the diverse cultural values and ethical…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop speaking, writing, reading comprehension, active listening, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists?+

The national job outlook is about -3.9% growth with around 4,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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