Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Lee University 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 Tennessee colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Lee University

807 Walker Ave, Memphis, TN

Lee University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Cleveland, TN, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Church of God affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Lee University has an annual student enrollment of approximately four thousand.

Areas of study available at Lee University include but are not limited to:

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

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 930 to 1220 on the SAT and within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Lee University. Lee University admits about 60% of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 80% of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at leeuniversity.edu.

Tuition is approximately $14,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $3,200. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Lee University is the "Flames", 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)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to see more about Lee University may take a look at their website at www.leeuniversity.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

Salary & Wages

• Memphis, TN-MS-AR
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $43470

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

• Memphis, TN-MS-AR
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $46490

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