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Sheridan College

Oakville

Canada

Overview

The Journalism program at Sheridan College is a College Diploma designed to equip students with storytelling skills across various platforms. This hands-on program prepares students for dynamic careers in digital media, broadcast, television, public relations, marketing, graphics, editing, writing, and reporting. Students gain practical experience in a state-of-the-art HD-TV news studio, broadcasting live and streaming online, and contribute to the Sheridan Sun news website, TV, and radio by writing news, shooting photos, and creating videos and interactive features. The program culminates in a field placement at a Canadian broadcaster, website, newspaper, or magazine during the final semester. Graduates also have the opportunity for advanced entry into the Bachelor of Journalism program at Toronto Metropolitan University, allowing them to complete their degree in just over two years.

Location

1 Whitney Way, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801

Website

https://www.sheridancollege.ca/programs/visual-creative-arts-advanced/apply

Median Salary

$46,000

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

68%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Scholarship

Scholarships

International Entrance Scholarship ($ 2,000) - For new international students starting full-time postsecondary studies. Ranges from $1,000 to $3,000. Automatically credited.; Sheridan Global Advantage Award ($ 2,000) - International students who accept an offer and apply for a study permit by the deadline.; Sheridan College Animation Scholarship ($ 10,000) - Renewable for up to four years, awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, and a portfolio of animation work.; Sheridan Tuition Bursary ($ 2,500) - Up to $2,500 for new and returning full-time domestic students, automatically awarded to eligible students.; Sheridan Bursary - Awarded once per academic year based on financial need for full-time domestic students. Application deadline for Spring/Summer 2026.; Sheridan Part-time Bursary - Awarded once per academic year based on financial need for part-time domestic students. Application deadline for Spring/Summer 2026.; Degree Achievement Award (CAD 2,000); Degree Pathway Award (CAD 2,500); Onshore English Language Pathway Award (CAD 1,000); General Award Application - For other opportunities, unless otherwise noted.