Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Benedictine 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 Kansas colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Benedictine College

Also known as Barton Community College

245 NE 30th Road, Great Bend, KS

Benedictine College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Atchison, KS and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Enrollment at Benedictine College is nearly 1,900 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score between 960 - 1260, or an ACT score between 21 - 27. An estimated 60% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 23% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $24,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,800. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The mascot for Benedictine College is the "Ravens", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.benedictine.edu.

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).