The Journalism degree at American University Washington DC equips students with comprehensive skills in various writing styles, investigative reporting, digital media production, journalism ethics, race and community reporting, podcasting, and communication law. The program emphasizes practical experience, industry connections, and multimedia proficiency to prepare students for dynamic careers in journalism and media.

  • Washington, D. C., Washington, D.C., United States
  • 4 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹51,44,399/Year

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Program Overview

The Journalism degree at American University Washington DC equips students with comprehensive skills in various writing styles, investigative reporting, digital media production, journalism ethics, race and community reporting, podcasting, and communication law. The program emphasizes practical experience, industry connections, and multimedia proficiency to prepare students for dynamic careers in journalism and media.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

Duolingo English Test

120.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-08-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-01-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Sep-25

Programme Structure

Courses include:Understanding MediaWriting for CommunicationQuantitative Methods for JournalistsDigital SkillsReportingDigital Audio and Podcast ProductionAdvanced Broadcast Production

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

GPA
2.0

English Language Requirements

Duolingo English Test
120.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit a completed application including an essay and CV/resume, pay a $75 application fee, provide official transcripts from secondary schools with certified English translations, and submit at least one academic letter of recommendation from a teacher. A letter from a school counselor or principal is highly recommended. Demonstrated English proficiency is required. If already graduated, an Interruption of Studies Statement must be provided.

Course Fees

₹51,44,399/Year
Annual Fee

4 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

Graduate students - Merit awards

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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