Photojournalism Program

The photojournalist program at Northern Vermont University Johnson Campus prepares students for a career as a news photographer or photographic or multimedia editor. The program focuses on the use of still and motion photography in journalism. Program courses include: photography, journalism, studio procedures and techniques, camera and equipment operation and maintenance, news editing, print and film editing, news scene composition, subject surveillance, media law and policy, news team field operations, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Vermont colleges that offer photojournalism program.

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Northern Vermont University Johnson Campus

337 College Hill, Johnson, VT

Johnson State College merged with Lyndon State College to create Northern Vermont University Johnson Campus.  NVU Johnson is a public college that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Johnson, VT, in a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Johnson State College is nearly 1,900 annually.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Visual And Performing Arts

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1240 - 1580 on the SAT and within the range of 17 - 22 on the ACT is common among students admitted to NVU Johnson.

NVU Johnson admits around 100% of students applying annually. Of those students accepted, about 32% registered for enrollment.  Key admissions information is available by calling the NVU team or by requesting information via our portal.

Tuition & fees at NVU Johnson Campus are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $10,000 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $22,000 for the year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $5,500. Johnson may provide financial aid for students that are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The NVU Johnson Campus has a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the NVU Johnson Campus website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Career Options for Graduates

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

Photographers

Description

Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects, using digital or film cameras and equipment. May develop negatives or use computer software to produce finished images and prints. Includes scientific photographers, aerial photographers, and photojournalists.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, photographers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.1% from 2014 to 2024

Film and Video Editors

Description

Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, film and video editors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 17.6% from 2014 to 2024

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