Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Bakersfield College prepares students for careers as a print journalist, local reporter, news editor, public relations assistant, advertising coordinate, news manager, or communication consultant. The program focuses on theory and the practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news. Program courses include: news writing and editing, reporting, photojournalism, layout and graphic design, journalism law and policy, professional standards and ethics, research methods, and journalism history and criticism. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Bakersfield College

901 E Alosta, Azusa, CA

Bakersfield is well known as one of the top community colleges in California. Over 15,000 students are enrolled on the main campus in northeast Bakersfield, at the Weill Institute, and at the Delano Center north of Bakersfield.The college follows a 16-week semester calendar as wells as offering classes on evenings and weekends. The cost of tuition for California residents is $46 per credit.

The college is well known for its outstanding programs in industrial and manufacturing technology. Bakersfield College offers programs in Basic Machine Tool Operations-Lathe, Computer Numerical Control Programming, Control Systems Technology, Industrial Technology: Manufacturing Technology, and Manufacturing Technology. The college also offers associate degree programs in French and Spanish.

Bakersfield College offers outstanding health services. Child care is also offered which is great for parents who would like to further their education.

Bakersfield is a great location for international students. Bakersfield College is home to 82 majors that are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Small classes are another outstanding feature of the college. It also is home to excellent English as a Multi-Language Program (EMS) courses that help students transition into academic life in the United States. Students can earn an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree or transfer to a four-year institute. Bakersfield College is very economical. Tuition for international students is $195 per credit.

Bakersfield College is also an excellent choice for veterans and their dependents. The college grants credit for training received while in the military. Evaluation of military training is carried out by the Office of Admissions and Records.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bakersfield College offers an associate's degree program in journalism.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Broadcast News Analysts

Description

Analyze, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources.

Reporters and Correspondents

Description

Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, reporters and correspondents employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -8.5% from 2014 to 2024

Editors

Description

Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, editors employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).