Bachelor of Journalism
- Chicago, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
An MA in multiplatform journalism covering news, Features, Video, Podcasting and branded content.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Journalism to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four compulsory modules: journalism practice (finding news
- Interviewing. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Features writer
- Video journalist
- Broadcast journalist
- News editor
- Producer
- Social media journalist
Curriculum
- Four compulsory modules: journalism practice (finding news
- Interviewing
- Multimedia)
- Technology including AI tools
- Law and ethics with media
- Power and propaganda
- And a dissertation or major project. Students produce features
- Social video and podcasts.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of secondary school with transcripts and the country-specific secondary exam documents
- Common Application
- Proof of English
- No minimum GPA published.
- Grade/academic selection criteria: Secondary school completion
- No minimum GPA published
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Secondary school completion certificate
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Journalism admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $50,192 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Chicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Communication |
| Department | Department of General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 77 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Scholarships
DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.
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The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $50,192 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 6.5.
DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.