Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Webster 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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Webster University

One Brookings Drive, Saint Louis, MO

Webster, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Louis, MO, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Approximately 19,000 students are enrolled yearly at Webster.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Webster University offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to Webster achieve an SAT score in a range of 1579 to 1878, or an ACT score within the range of 21 to 27. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 39% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $25,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending Webster. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,900. Some students at Webster University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to view more about Webster may take a look at their website at http://www.webster.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Webster University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $41200

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

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Total Employment: 500
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.44
  • Average Annual Salary: $59160

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