Darlene Earnest
Education
- BA Journalism, Kent State University
Darlene Earnest is a copy editor for BestColleges, primarily working with the news team. She has had an extensive editing career, working at several news organizations including The Virginian-Pilot, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and WABE — an NPR station serving Atlanta.
Darlene also has completed programs for editors offered by the Dow Jones News Fund and the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education.
Darlene has a BA in journalism from Kent State University.
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These Colleges Offer Free Tuition to Students
Looking for a free college? Here are the undergraduate and graduate schools offering free tuition and fees to qualifying students.
October 28, 2025
The Rise of the 4+1 MBA
MBAs have long been geared toward older adults, but a number of business schools are tailoring their MBA programs to be completed right after students earn their bachelor's degree.
Report: These States Have the Most Affordable Colleges
College is still largely unaffordable, even after financial aid, according to a new study. But some states buck the trend, with most of their colleges being affordable, and some even having surpluses of aid.
October 2, 2025
Best Online Master's Degrees in Public Policy and Public Affairs
We've ranked the best online master's in public policy and public affairs programs. Learn about courses, career opportunities, and earning potential.
September 25, 2025
Looking for a High-Demand Degree? These Fields Need the Most College-Educated Workers
A Georgetown University report found seven college-level professions projected to have skills shortages through 2032, and underrepresented student groups might have the opportunity to fill them.
