Journalism and writing are skills valued not only among news publishers, but in fact across all business careers and many other specialized non-business professions. The ability to communicate one's ideas through the written word is key to any successful career. Below is a list of accredited schools who have online programs that can help you start your career in journalism.
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University of Phoenix — The University of Phoenix offers its communications programs at two degree levels, Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science. The associate's degree-level communications program develops a foundation for understanding effective exchange of information regarding journalistic news presentations for print, Web, and broadcast media. The bachelor's degree-level program builds on these lessons and helps develop critical thinking and problem solving skills that journalists will use in a career.
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Freelance Writing |
Penn Foster Career School — While not a degree, the Freelance Writing program from Penn Foster Career School nonetheless prepares students for jobs in freelance writing, including blogging, news writing, journalism, fiction writing, editing, and more. Jobs with magazines, newspapers, trade journals, and more are just some of the many types of careers available to freelance writers.
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BS in Communication |
Walden University — Walden University offers a Bachelor of Science degree in communication that combines communication theory with practical skills. This particular degree focuses on journalistic aspects of new media, including Web publishing, online video, podcasts, Web conferencing, and more.
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BA in Communication Studies BA in English/Language Arts |
Ashford University — Ashford's bachelor's degree program in communication studies is a good fit for anyone pursuing a career in business, communication management, media, journalism, or public policy. Upon completion of this program, graduates are highly valued and sought after in the job market for all of these industries. For individuals who have already completed some college courses or an associate's degree, Ashford allows you to transfer in up to 99 approved credits to accelerate your degree completion. Ashford also offers a similar degree in English/Language Arts that is geared toward individuals interested in more of a liberal arts education.
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Kaplan University — For aspiring journalists seeking a communications degree, Kaplan University offers two such programs, the BS in Communication/Organization Communication and the Advanced Start BS in Communications for students who have already earned an associate's or bachelor's degree.
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Journalism Certificate |
University of Massachusetts — UMassOnline offers a Certificate of Journalism that teaches students the reporting, writing, and online research skills they will need to succeed in a job as a journalist. Coursework includes a study of the state of online journalism and the future of information technology.
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BA in Communication |
Regent University — Students of Regent University's bachelor's in communication degree program study communication in all roles of life and learn to apply their knowledge to emerging technologies of new journalism media, including podcasting, social media, blogs, and more. Being a Christian university, Regent has built a reputation for preparing its students spiritually as well as academically for their careers.
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