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
Gender and Sexuality
Why It’s Important According to a 2023 report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, women made up almost 60% of college students as of spring that year.1 In 2018, the Association of American Universities surveyed roughly 180,000 undergraduate and graduate students.2 Almost 17% identified as gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, queer, questioning, two or more …
March 19, 2025
Religion and Spirituality
Why It’s Important According to the Pew Research Center,1 a majority of college graduates in the U.S. identify as Christian (66%). Of the 34% of college graduates who do not identify as Christian, 3% identify as Jewish and 1% as Muslim, Buddhist, or Hindu. Twenty-five percent identify as “unaffiliated” — atheism and agnosticism fall under …
March 19, 2025
These States' Anti-DEI Legislation May Impact Higher Education
There are currently more than 30 bills across the U.S. targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at public colleges.
March 17, 2025
How Much Does a Social Worker Make?
Social workers’ salaries depend on their field, education level, and location. Find out how much social workers make in your state.
March 14, 2025
U.S. College Enrollment Decline Statistics
College enrollment peaked around 2010, and it may be headed for a steep decline. Learn more about college enrollment trends and the factors impacting enrollment.
March 13, 2025
