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- Phone: (303) 761-2482
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88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
46FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$29,667Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Journalism Degree
The journalism program at University of Denver 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 Colorado colleges that offer journalism degrees.
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University of Denver
6399 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
University of Denver provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Denver, Colorado and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at DU exceeds twelve thousand per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Denver offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Social Sciences
Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Very common scores among applicants accepted to DU are between 25 to 30 on the ACT, or 1650 to 1970 for the SAT exam. University of Denver admits about 70% of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 17% enrolled.
Tuition is approximately $42,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $7,100. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
DU participates in sports through the NCAA's Sun Belt Conference in Basketball.
For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.du.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Denver offers a bachelor's degree program in journalism.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 3 |
| Female | 12 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 2 |
| White | 13 |
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
Upon completion of the Journalism program at University of Denver, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 450
- Average Hourly Rate: $25.08
- Average Annual Salary: $52170
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
- Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
- Total Employment: 930
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.45
- Average Annual Salary: $59180
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates University of Denver accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Denver may provide student services including:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Denver is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball