Rebecca Long
Education
- BA English, Allegheny College
- Certificate Copy Editing, Emerson College
Expertise
- DEI
- Copy Editing
- Conscious Language
Rebecca Long is a copy editor currently supporting BestColleges’ reporting on higher education trends and data analysis. She also manages the site’s Conscious Language Guide. She joined BestColleges in 2021.
In addition to her work at BestColleges, Rebecca has over a decade of editorial experience, including writing and editing. As a freelance journalist, her work has been published in The Boston Globe, The Guardian, Slate, Teen Vogue, and others. She has also served as a guest lecturer in copy editing at Wheaton College. She has previously held full-time roles in academic publishing and the educational nonprofit sector.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Allegheny College and a certificate in copy editing from Emerson College.
Read Rebecca Long's Latest Articles
Tracking College Closures and Mergers
Close to 80 private nonprofit colleges closed or merged between 2020 and 2024. Find historical data about college closures and a list of closed colleges and mergers.
July 1, 2025
Average Cost of College Textbooks: Full Statistics
On average, textbooks cost over $1200 in the first year of college. But students often pay less than that for college books and supplies.
June 24, 2025
Average Pell Grant and 2025 Maximum Amount
The government gives Pell Grants to over 6 million students yearly. But fewer students are receiving these grants every year.
June 19, 2025
How Much Does Online College Cost?
Online programs charge tuition by the credit hour, and costs range widely. Find average course, undergraduate, and graduate program costs in our roundup.
June 18, 2025
Guide To An Online Business Degree
Check out our guide to an online business degree. Learn about school and career options, as well as what to expect during the application process.
June 9, 2025
