University/Institution:
Emerson College Location:
Massachusetts, USA / Emerson College 120 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116-4624
Contact:
617-824-8600,
Web site:
http://admission.emerson.edu/admission/undergraduate/academics/print_and_multimedia_journalism_bs.cfm Admision Requirements:
Admission for Emerson College is competitive. The most important criteria is the high school academic record (quality and level of the classes, average GPA, and grade trends) and SAT-I (average of 1140) or ACT tests. The committee also considers the personal statement, talents, work experience, the letter of recommendation, and extracurricular activities . International students must take the TOEFL and get a minimum score of 550 or better (213 or better on the computer-based TOEFL). Students must submit the application form, as well as an application supplement.
Basic Information (Description):
The BS in Print & Multimedia Journalism offers students the possibility to learn how to research, frame, report, write, and edit challenging stories. Students are encouraged to work in student run media, community and school newspapers, and websites in Boston and its surroundings. Students are encouraged to enroll in the internship program at Boston radio and television stations. Students e required to take courses in news gathering, journalism law and ethics, reporting, feature writing, radio and television producing, TV newsroom management, among many others.
Degree:
Bachelor's Degree