Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Lincoln University – Jefferson City 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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Lincoln University – Jefferson City

Also known as Lincoln University of Missouri

2323 High School Dr, Lexington, MO

Lincoln University of Missouri is a public historically black institution located in Jefferson City, MO. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Missouri. Enrollment at Lincoln University of Missouri is nearly three thousand annually.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The school operates under an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be needed for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found at lincolnu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Lincoln University of Missouri vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $7,100 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $13,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $2,900 for the year. Students enrolled at Lincoln University may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The mascot for Lincoln University of Missouri is the "Blue Tigers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.lincolnu.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lincoln University of Missouri 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

• 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).