Journalism Degree

The journalism program at University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire

Also known as UW-Eau Claire

9120 W Hampton Ave, Milwaukee, WI

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Eau Claire, WI, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire is nearly 11,000 yearly.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology
• Education

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students admitted to UW-Eau Claire score in-between 22 - 26 on the ACT. Approximately 80 percent of all students that applied were accepted at UW-Eau Claire, with 41 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $8,800 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $3,300. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire Blugolds participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Gymnastics (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.uwec.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Journalism Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire 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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 250
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.58
  • Average Annual Salary: $36570

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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $50410

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