Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Oklahoma Baptist 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Oklahoma Baptist University

Also known as OSU-Oklahoma City

900 N Portland, Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma Baptist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Oklahoma Baptist University exceeds 1,800 annually.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Social Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Theology And Religious Vocations

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score between 970 to 1190 on the SAT, or 21 to 27 for the ACT is common among admitted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 66% of which only 15% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $22,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Some students at Oklahoma Baptist University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Oklahoma Baptist University is the "Bison", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students can visit the school's http://www.okbu.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oklahoma Baptist University offers a bachelor'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

Salary & Wages

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $37470

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

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $41530

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