Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Rockhurst 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 Missouri colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Rockhurst University (Rockhurst)

2525 E. Meyer Boulevard, Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Kansas City, Missouri, the school resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Rockhurst exceeds two thousand yearly.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to Rockhurst earn an SAT score in a range of 930 to 1200, or an ACT score between 22 to 27. Rockhurst has an admissions rate of around 76% of which only 20% chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at rockhurst.edu.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $5,300 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The mascot for Rockhurst University is the "Hawks", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.rockhurst.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

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $41790

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

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $66470

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