Journalism
Master's
The Master of Arts in Journalism program offers an intensive course of study in journalism theory and practice.
Program overview
Accelerate your journalism career
The Master of Arts in Journalism curriculum combines courses in the fundamentals of news and feature writing with courses in digital skills, such as video, interaction, and data. Students who pursue the program come from a variety of backgrounds. Some have no previous journalism experience; others have some background, but want to improve their skills and take their careers to the next level.
Our students study with award-winning faculty who have come to Northeastern with years of experience reporting in the field. With their guidance, students are encouraged to publish their work at local and national news outlets.
The Master of Arts in Journalism curriculum combines courses in the fundamentals of news and feature writing with courses in digital skills, such as video, interaction, and data. Students who pursue the program come from a variety of backgrounds. Some have no previous journalism experience; others have some background, but want to improve their skills and take their careers to the next level.
Our students study with award-winning faculty who have come to Northeastern with years of experience reporting in the field. With their guidance, students are encouraged to publish their work at local and national news outlets.
- Designed for students with little or no experience in journalism.
- Students can complement their academic study with a six-month co-op assignment at a media organization.
- Students have the option to begin the program with an intensive three-week skills course.
Admissions
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A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.
Fall
| Priority deadline for scholarship consideration: | February 1 |
| Final deadline for international applicants: | May 1 |
| Final deadline for domestic applicants: | August 1 |
Application form
Application fee
Resumé
Personal statement
Transcripts from all institutions attended
The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the
by country.)
Three letters of recommendation
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo exam scores for international applicants
Samples of published work (optional)
Learn more about our admissions process from the College of Arts, Media, and Design
Program objectives
Prepare for success
As an international leader in cooperative education, Northeastern offers a unique option for its master’s degree students who want pursue a career in the news media.
Students can complement their academic study with a six-month job assignment as a reporter or editor at a media organization.
Northeastern faculty serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside you to help build your career in journalism.
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Cost of attendance
Tuition and financial aid
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$74,124Tuition in USD
Estimated Total Tuition
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