Journalism can be an exciting and rewarding profession. You get to provide valuable information to people, research, and lean new things every day.
There are many colleges that offer different online and traditional campus-based journalism programs. Choosing the perfect one can be overwhelming. Listed below are a few of the best colleges for journalism undergraduate and graduate degrees.
This list was derived by determining what characteristics make a good journalism program. The schools listed below have professors that have a variety of different journalism experiences.
The program offerings are varied and include specialties like photojournalism, TV, reporting, and online media. The schools also have a way for students to practice their skills. Many will have their own campus newspaper, TV studio, or radio station.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Best Colleges for Journalism
Thursday, April 28, 2011
U.S. News & World Report Names McCallum Graduate School of Business One of Top 75 in the Nation
The Bentley University McCallum Graduate School of Business was ranked among the top 75 graduate business schools in the country, ranking #73, in the recently released U.S. News & World Report rankings of America's Best Graduate Business Schools 2012.The part-time MBA program ranked among the top 40 in the country at #36, up from #51 last year, and #3 in New England; the Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) program ranked #18 nationally and #3 in New England.
Designed with the working professional in mind, the part-time MBA program at the McCallum School offers unmatched flexibility and the opportunity to receive credit for prior academic work. Foundation courses within the curriculum ensure an understanding of business basics such as statistics, economics, marketing, operations, accounting and finance. The MBA required core courses integrate business and IT to spotlight its role in gaining competitive advantage, improving business processes, leading change, and formulating global strategy. The part-time MBA allows students to customize their degree by selecting two from a collection of 8 concentrations.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Oneline College Reviews has 10 Steps to Picking the Right College
Michael Lopresti is facing the biggest decision he's ever made, as his mom, Mary Beth, puts it. A high school senior with hopes of one day becoming a surgeon, Michael followed the traditional college path: He visited campuses, applied to a range of schools—including the University of Maryland—Baltimore County (for the academics), the University of Mary Washington (for the campus feel), and the University of Virginia (for a reach school)—and was accepted to most.
Now, armed with his acceptance letters, Michael has one month to select the college where he plans to spend the next four years, as his parents simultaneously balance supporting his choices with finding a way to foot the accompanying bills. The process is often laden with anxiety, says clinical psychologist Jerry Weichman.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
7 Tips to Get the Most Out of College Tours
It's the college visit season. High school seniors are fanning out across the country to check out colleges for the last time before they make their big decision.
Visiting campuses during spring break is an annual tradition, but some collegiate suitors are trying to make their campus tours for accepted students more meaningful while distinguishing themselves from their competition.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Online College reviews has 7 Tips for Narrowing Your College List
One of the hardest and most important tasks in picking a college is composing the initial list: the set of colleges that includes all you'd be content to wind up at. It's often easy to find one, two, or three colleges you'd really like, with ideas from a parent or older sibling, high school counselor, or website. But it's much harder to find relevant alternatives: colleges similar to your first choice, but ones that, for one reason or another, are better for your needs.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Students Can Get Max Pell Grant in 2011
The Senate has up held the Pell Grants for this year and 2012. This is good news for the college community.
Students stressed about ambiguous federal aid for college this fall finally have some clarity, thanks to the Continuing Resolution published by the U.S. Senate Tuesday.
Despite almost $40 billion in government-wide budget cuts, the Pell Grant program, once a potential victim of these cuts, has been sustained for the 2011-12 school year. The grant, which helps more than 9 million Americans pay for college, will stay set at a $5,550 maximum for the most needy students.
[Find out what was cut from the Department of Education budget.]
Monday, April 18, 2011
10 Steps to Picking the Right College
Michael Lopresti is facing the biggest decision he's ever made, as his mom, Mary Beth, puts it. A high school senior with hopes of one day becoming a surgeon, Michael followed the traditional college path: He visited campuses, applied to a range of schools—including the University of Maryland—Baltimore County (for the academics), the University of Mary Washington (for the campus feel), and the University of Virginia (for a reach school)—and was accepted to most.
Now, armed with his acceptance letters, Michael has one month to select the college where he plans to spend the next four years, as his parents simultaneously balance supporting his choices with finding a way to foot the accompanying bills. The process is often laden with anxiety, says clinical psychologist Jerry Weichman.
"Very rarely is there going to be a clear cut 'yes' when it comes to making a college decision," says Weichman, who specializes in adolescent counseling in Newport Beach, Calif. "It's a huge commitment and any doubt in their decision process often increases their stress [and] anxiety—and they begin to question whether they're making the right decision or not."
Friday, March 25, 2011
Best Student Satisfaction Online Degrees
Not every online school lives up to its claims. On the other hand, some have amazing reputations for student satisfaction. If you're an online student, or an alum of an online college, we'd love to hear your opinion of your school. Was your college academically challenging? Did attending your school have a positive impact on your career? Were the faculty knowledgeable and responsive? Please visit your college or degree program in our college directory and "grade"—rate and rank—how well your chosen college has performed for you.