1. California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
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  3. Bachelors
  4. BS Journalism

BS Journalism

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo

Program Overview

Journalism students learn the skills, values and competencies that lead to a successful career in a variety of media professions. All majors complete basic journalism core courses and select a track in either News or Public Relations. Students are strongly encouraged to take a minor to satisfy their elective units.

Program Key Stats

$30420 (Total cost)



31 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.4
38
89

1300
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

ACT/SAT Scores; Submitting Letters of Recommendation; Submitting Resume/CV; High School transcripts; Test scores (SAT, ACT, AP or IB); Your Social Security number, if you have one.;Your citizenship status ; Internet-based score of 80 on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language); Score of 6.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

Career Options

  • News Reporting or Producing
  • Assignment Editing
  • Magazine Publishing
  • Online Media
  • TV or Radio Anchoring
  • Voice Overs and Narration
  • News Photography

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