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FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,037

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Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Cuesta 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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Cuesta College

11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, CA

Individuals looking to jump start their career can take advantage of all the opportunities that Cuesta College offers.  The school offers outstanding degree programs in technology. These programs include Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, Electronics and Electrical Technology, and Welding. In just two years, students will be ready to start a career in the field of their choice and increase their earning potential. Your education is an investment that will continue to payoff over and over again.

Cuesta College has a storied history which goes back to the 1960s. It has educated students at different types of instructional sites. Through the years, Cuesta has taught in Cambria, Morro Bay, Atascadero, Shandon, Paso Robles, Templeton, Arroyo Grande, and Nipomo. The cost of tuition is very affordable. Full time California residents pay a low rate of $1,196 per semester.

Cuesta College is eager to help students with the task of finding ways to pay for college. The school works with students from diverse backgrounds to make paying for college possible for everyone.

The college offers many outstanding distance education programs for the working adult. These courses place more responsibility on the learner and require them to use independent study skills.

Cuesta College can help you transfer to a four-year university after completing your associate’s degree. Cuesta has partnered with Columbia College, Cal State Tech, Brandman University, and the University of La Verne.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female0

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White1

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

Students who have completed the Journalism program at Cuesta College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

Salary & Wages

  • Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
    • Total Employment: 140
    • Average Hourly Rate: $22.28
    • Average Annual Salary: $46340

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

Salary & Wages

  • Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
    • Total Employment: 220
    • Average Hourly Rate: $23.90
    • Average Annual Salary: $49710

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Cuesta College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Cuesta College may provide services to students including:

  • Distance learning
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Day care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Cuesta College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the CCCAA classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Wrestling
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