Radio and Television Broadcasting Program

The radio and television broadcasting program at Rowan University prepare students for a careers in electronic media, including radio, TV, communications, multi-media production, and advertising. The program focuses on applying the technical knowledge and skills for programming production, and related operations, under the supervision of broadcast and studio managers, directors, editors, and producers. Program courses include: sound, lighting, camera operation and maintenance, power and feed control, studio operations, production preparation, broadcast engineering, and related computer applications. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer radio and television broadcasting program.

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Rowan University

Also known as Rowan College of New Jersey

900 Lakewood Ave, Lakewood, NJ

Rowan University is a public institution located in Glassboro, New Jersey and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Rowan University has a yearly student enrollment of nearly eleven thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Communication Technology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff. Most students at this school scored within the range of 1530 to 1760 on the SAT. 57% of applicants are accepted to Rowan University, of which 35% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $13,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $22,000 per year. The price of on-campus housing is around $7,400 per year. Students at Rowan University may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Rowan University Professors participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available may include:

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

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at www.rowan.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Radio and Television Broadcasting Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rowan College of New Jersey offers a bachelor's degree program in radio and television broadcasting.

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

Broadcast Technicians

Description

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate transmitter to broadcast radio or television programs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, broadcast technicians employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -6.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $52350
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $40130

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture

Description

Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, camera operators, television, video, and motion picture employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $50520
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $51170

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

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $63540
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $65490

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