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ACCEPTANCE RATE

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FINANCIAL AID RATE

90%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

31:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,757

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Journalism Degree

The journalism program at Imperial Valley College 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 California colleges that offer journalism degrees.

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Imperial Valley College (IVC)

6650 Inglewood Ave, Stockton, CA

Imperial Valley College, located in Imperial, California, was founded in 1922 and was originally known as Central Junior College and operated through the campus of Central Union High School. The 1922 opening of and 1947 closure of Brawley Junior College resulted in an increase in enrollment at Central Junior College due to the influx of students from around IMperial Valley, resulting in a name change of the junior college to Imperial Valley College in 1951 to better reflect the increased role and service area of the school. By 1962 the college was given a new campus which has been the school's permanent home since. The school is one of the 112 schools that comprise the California Community College System, which is the largest provider of post secondary education in the United State of America.

Academics

Imperial Valley College offers residents and enrolled students a variety of study options through its many academic and career oriented programs. Students interested in academic transfer will complete the first two years of a four year education at IVC followed by transfer to a four year college or university to continue one's education and complete their bachelor's degree. Transfer to a public institution in the California State University System or the University of California System is facilitated through agreements in place that guarantees admission for students if certain academic conditions are met. Students interested in transfer to out of state or private schools should meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum that best meets the admissions requirements of the desired school or schools.

Career and technical programs provide specialized education in a specific field, allowing enrolled students to become professionals through the training and skill development provided by the program. Individuals will take classes that offer both theoretical and practical education, allowing students to use studies methods and techniques in controlled environments that simulate real world settings, allowing students to experience and perfect the necessary skills for gainful employment in their chosen field of study. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Imperial Valley College is an open enrollment institution that allows any student who meets the minimum requirements for admission to enroll by submitting a completed application and paying all associated fees. Students should also supply transcripts and standardized test scores. Students lacking ACT or SAT scores may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. Participation by new students orientation as well as a meeting with a counselor to discuss program enrollment and curriculum are highly encouraged.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility. Aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Journalism program at Imperial Valley College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

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

  • Stockton-Lodi, CA
    • Total Employment: 60
    • Average Hourly Rate: $33.02
    • Average Annual Salary: $68680

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Imperial Valley College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Imperial Valley College may offer services to students like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
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