Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Bucks County Community 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Bucks County Community College

One Dent Drive, Lewisburg, PA

Bucks County Community College, located in Newtown, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1964 in order to provide the county with a much needed post-secondary educational option. The school went through a series of approvals, with final approval given by the State Board of Education, after which a 15 member board of trustees was appointed to manage and develop to school. BCCC is a public, two year institution that provides a variety of services and programs to residents of the area. The school is dedicated to providing its current and future students the best opportunities possible, and as a result maintains a high standard for its programs and facilities, which are reviewed and updated regularly to meet the needs of modern individuals.

Academics

Bucks County Community College offers a large variety of programs that allow for career development or academic transfer. Students may choose the program that best assist in the realization of their goals. Career programs provide training and education in a specific field, allowing the student to develop the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce as a qualified professional. These programs typically mix classroom theory and education with practical education, allowing students to utilize and perfect methods and techniques used within their field. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate degree which demonstrates competency to employers when seeking entry level employment.

Academic transfer is accomplished by enrolling a program that covers the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a college or university to continue their education and complete the final two years of their bachelor's degree. Students will have an easier time transferring to public schools in Pennsylvania through preexisting transfer agreements, though it is possible to transfer credits to our of state or private institutions. Students should meet with an academic advisor to discuss transfer requirements and develop a curriculum that best meets the needs of the desired school or schools.

Programs offered include:

• Graphic Design
• Business Administration
• Paralegal
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid

As an open enrollment institution, any individual wishing to enroll at Bucks County Community College may do so by meeting the minimum admissions requirements, submitting a completed application, and paying all fees. Students should also supply transcripts and standardized test scores, which may be used to determine course level for general education in lieu of a placement exam. Students should also participate in new student orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum and program enrollment.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Aid is awarded based on need and program eligibility which is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which must be submitted prior to each academic year and is the primary source of information regarding a student's financial situation. Students may be chosen at random to supply additional information to be compared to their FAFSA in order to verify its accuracy. This is due to new federal regulations governing the disbursement of aid.

Athletics

Bucks County Community College Centurions participate in intercollegiate athletics through the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA), which provides the rules and forums for healthy competition among various two year institutions throughout the country. Intercollegiate athletics also provide useful habits and skills, such as good health, leadership, teamwork and discipline, which may be applied to one's personal, academic and professional life. Students interested in participating will have to maintain a minimum GPA and balance their course load with practice and events. Information regarding tryouts and participation may be obtained through the athletic department.

Athletic programs:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Golf
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Equestrian
• Tennis

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bucks County Community 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).