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
Roughly 70 private nonprofit colleges closed or merged between 2020 and 2024. Find historical data about college closures and a list of closed colleges and mergers.
April 16, 2025
How Many People Currently Have Student Loan Debt?
Almost 43 million people in the U.S. have federal student loan debt. Find out how many people have student loan debt by year, state, and other factors in this guide.
April 10, 2025
The 7 Easiest Master's Degrees to Get in 2025
With online, part-time, and other accessible program options, these master's degree programs may be easier for busy professionals to complete.
April 9, 2025
States With Bans on Transgender Athlete Participation in College Sports
Over a dozen states have instituted statewide bans on transgender athletes since 2020.
April 3, 2025
Average Student Loan Pay Off Time: Statistics and Examples
Federal student loan repayment plans range from 10-25 years. Private loan repayment periods depend on the loan amount and interest rate. Learn more and find examples in our report.
April 3, 2025
