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The Master of Journalism degree is a nonthesis program that requires 30 to 37 credits, depending on students' experience and whether they are invited to spend an extra semester working on a multidisciplinary team with the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism.
This program is intended for students who want to work as professional journalists after graduation. M.J. students’ degree program culminates in a review of their journalism portfolio by a panel of faculty and professionals. There is no thesis requirement for M.J. students.
Application. Official Transcripts / Diplomas / Degrees. Letter of Recommendation (3). Statement of Purpose. TOEFL iBT: 95 (Speaking: 22, Reading: 26, Listening & Writing: 24) OR IELTS 7.0 overall (Speaking: 6.5, Reading, Listening & Writing: 7.0). CV. Writing Samples (3). Portfolio PDF Upload (optional). Description of Research/Work Experience (optional). Supplementary Application (optional)
Broadcast JournalismCommunicationsForeign CorrespondentFreelance WritingInvestigative JournalistNewspaper ReporterPhotojournalismSocial Media
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