Journalism Degree

The journalism program at SUNY College at Buffalo 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 New York colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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SUNY College at Buffalo

Also known as Buffalo State

350 New Campus Dr, Brockport, NY

SUNY College at Buffalo is a public institution located in Buffalo, NY and provides a large number of program options for students. Enrollment at SUNY College at Buffalo exceeds twelve thousand per year.

Areas of study available at SUNY College at Buffalo include but are not limited to:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Education
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most students accepted to SUNY College at Buffalo score in-between 860 to 1090 on the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of 44% of which only 28% chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at buffalostate.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $7,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 annually. Housing is available for students and costs around $6,600 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at SUNY College at Buffalo through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.buffalostate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. SUNY College at Buffalo 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

• Rochester, NY
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $44730

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

• Rochester, NY
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $70680

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