949-648-7822. Just saying, you really missed a gem on this list. My son, Gabe, has looked at Baldwin Wallace, which has a broadcasting degree, but not a sports broadcasting degree. Perhaps I simply don’t have enough info. UM is in a gray area for me but VT is a fabulous option. We are in the Midwest, and hoping he stays close to home, but Syracuse IS on the TE list and #1 on your list so who knows???. Thanks. Penn State students interested sports communications and sports journalism careers are in the perfect spot to hone their skills. Should I just stick with what I’m doing, or leave that all behind for a college radio program. However, a Masters is totally unnecessary for on-air sports broadcasting pursuits. We currently live in NJ and every research we do bring ups different schools, some don’t even have the program. They also have a sports journalism program that is very well run. He has been assured he can do PBP for almost everything there since no one else really does it. My son is a Junior and we are on the college hunt. I would like to stay in Florida but I’m willing to go else where because I want the best and I have my GI Bill to pay for it.

CSB has been around forever. Hi Nat. Hi Joe — thank you for your question. Our son is wondering your thoughts on the programs at U of Oregon, Washington State, San Jose State in addition to ASU & TCU. Gives us a few more to look into. Hi Jon, The program at Georgia hasn’t distinguished itself in my circles over the past 10 years.

Could you give me a little more insight into Penn State, Florida and Northwestern’s programs? University of Maine Any other schools I should look into around me? Any suggestions for an Illinois School or nearby state school that has a good program? Not nearly as big a market, but also a chance to broadcast regularly for the school.

Jon Further more, was wondering if you had any other input on schools on Long Island that offer similar programs.

Hi again Jon, Let me know! Most schools don’t have a sports broadcasting major. I also want to go to a bigger school with some national relevance, do you have any suggestions? I’ve seen UGA high on lots of lists and because of other factors it has emerged as an early front runner for me, but you don’t seem too high on it. The reasons you had then might still apply. Also I would be interested in your thoughts on undergraduate vs postgraduate education in sports broadcast as well. Hello, our son is not only interested in sports broadcasting, but would like to play golf at the D3 level. My Top 20 is based upon the number of students I see getting jobs from a given school and upon the work I hear from the students. I have dreamed of going to Syracuse or Northwestern but just looked into Cronkite at ASU the other day. Or before? Both advisers and advisees share responsibility for making the advising relationship succeed. He retired roughly 8 years ago.

Do you know if there program is good? As I’ve touched upon in other parts of this comments section, if I don’t know anything about a particular program, it’s because I rarely, if ever, see their grads getting sports broadcasting jobs. If you and you son ever want to call me, feel free. Hi Jon does URI have a strong broadcasting program? It is rare that I come across a sports broadcaster who graduated from CSB. Hi Jon..I’m a 43 year old man with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance looking for a career change into Sports Broadcasting. He wants to go as far away from home as possible, while we’re trying to balance affordability and the best program with the best chances of landing a job. Northwestern’s alumni blew me away, so that’s always something I’m looking for. Thank you.

If you believe your school is worthy of being on my list of the top sports broadcasting schools, send me an email at jon@staatalent.com. Students on the sports radio side still have to kind of figure out things on their own. He is wanting to transfer to either University of North Texas and he has been accepted to University of Bridgeport in CT. CT is so far away but was wondering if it is worth the sacrifice. Does the University of Missouri have programs available for that specific career path? Watch the official trailer and learn more. Your website has been really interesting.

Maybe within 300 miles? He’s worried its not as good for sports.

Thanks for all your help, (Just kidding. What advice can you share that could help him discover if this career path is for him. I’ve spent my entire adult life in show business and my son (now age 15) has been saying that he wants to be a sportscaster since he was 6. Hi Daniel — thank you for your question. Hello, Jon Any suggestions? However, I have seen enough of their guys in recent years to encourage you to take a close look at the school. Hi Noah. Our son is interested in sports commentating. Thanks in advance! Thanks so much. They are 14th on the list and are underrated when the subject of top broadcasting schools arises. Do you have any suggestions on how to get him into a Sports Broadcasting Program (he wants to go away now, he’d be a Sophomore) without breaking the bank? I’m trying to find the most affordable colleges that still give me a great education and will see a higher possibility of me getting jobs in the industry. I know nothing about the sportscasting program at Bridgeport. I’m a Freshman in high school but I am already starting to look at colleges. This summer he was selected to attend a summer Journalism program at George Mason University and is very much looking forward to this experience. Hi John– what do you think about Temple University? Hello John, What do you know about Catawba in North Carolina, or Newberry also in North Carolina, Barry in Florida. 2. I have a question. I am an 18 year old with my whole life ahead of me and i want it to have something to do with on-air sports broadcasting.

My son is looking at playing college basketball and these school have invited him to their Elite Camp. From what we’ve researched, it appears he is doing many of the right things, but we are torn regarding the next steps. Hi , this question is for my son please. I just applied to Northwestern’s communications (MSC) program. I’d like to go to a division I school, for football, but some of the schools that I’m looking at don’t have a stellar broadcasting program. Very much appreciated! ETHICS: Students will demonstrate a grounding in journalism ethics, particularly as it pertains to sports. Their program is too new to have a track record. Thank you. Students cover 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. What about collages in utah? What do you think of University of Georgia my son wants to be a analyst for basketball. Do you know anything about Hofstra University’s sports broadcasting that makes it stand out compared to other schools? Doesn’t matter private or Public. Thank you for your answer. What do you think about the program at the University of Alabama? I might call you sometime to talk more if that’s alright. […] site is one directed more towards the many hopeful future sportscasters of the world. How often I see their alums getting jobs. Looking for a sports broadcasting school in Florida, VA, NJ or NC(east coast but not NYC). Students set up all the equipment with no help of an engineer. Student coverage of the 2013 BCS national championship game. I’m afraid my familiarity with the schools doesn’t run that deep. Broadcasting is technically my plan B, behind football, but I don’t know how to find schools with a good program. that I couldn’t find. I was looking online and came across this school: College of Sports Media in Toronto Canada. You might look at Wisconsin-Oshkosh, St. We currently live in PA, and looking are your list, we will also look at those near by as well. I know this is the US, but have you ever heard of them or know of anyone who has attended? JOURNALISM SKILLS: Students will be able to demonstrate competency in Associated Press style and basic grammar. I am a sophomore in high school, my grades are all right I have 3.23 GPA. Hi, I was wondering if this list applied at the masters degree level, or does it change slightly? We make too much for decent Fin Aid and too little to afford them. Any suggestions on good schools nearby or even in a western state that participates in the Wue?

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Very helpful to base a search. They seem to have a real nice program there. I see more of their grads, at least those who pursued TV, getting jobs off-air or not working in the industry at all. Unfortunately, I have zero insight into the various factors that schools weight when considering admission applications. I toured the campus and sat down with the Dean of the grad dept. Here’s a student testimonial that really explains why Connecticut School of Broadcasting should be your first step towards a rewarding broadcasting career http://www.gocsb.com/index.php/reviews-detail/2. in Strategic Communications, Information Sciences and Technology for Telecommunications.

Which of these schools have the best programs for digital sports media? All Pages in the College of Medicine Bulletin. Students are encouraged to complete co-curricular work at the student-run newspaper, the campus radio and TV stations, and the Athletic Department. HI Mitch — yes, that would be your best bet because you are going to need instruction on the sublteties of baseball play-by-play and get some reps under your belt as well. Cloud. I feel it is important for him to get experience in a quality/reputable program but don’t want him to risk losing some of this momentum.

The chance to cover them in any format: multimedia, photo, text and video. Any insight would be appreciated. Penn State students interested sports communications and sports journalism careers are in the perfect spot to hone their skills. I’m looking for a place that’s affordable, has a decent campus life and an excellent program. Good luck to your son! Wherever you go, as long as you are getting reps, you will get out of it what you put into it.