Broadcast Journalism Degree

As the next wave of journalism, Broadcast Journalism is a field of study in which news, media, and information are published via electronic methods. Broadcast Journalism includes such mediums as the internet, social media, radio, television, text messaging, email, and podcasts. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer broadcast journalism degrees.

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Marietta College

2600 Cleveland Avenue NW, Canton, OH

Marietta College is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Marietta, OH, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 1,600 students are enrolled yearly at Marietta College.

Areas of study available at Marietta College include:

• Engineering
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• History
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 940 to 1200 on the SAT and within the range of 21 to 26 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Marietta College. Roughly 70 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Marietta College, with 13 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $33,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $5,500 annually. Marietta College may provide financial aid for students who qualify by way of grants and loans.

The Marietta College Pioneers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.marietta.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.

Radio and Television Announcers

Description

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, radio and television announcers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -14.3% from 2014 to 2024

Broadcast News Analysts

Description

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

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, broadcast news analysts employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -12.6% from 2014 to 2024

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

• Canton-Massillon, OH
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $38330

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