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Master of Public Affairs Reporting

University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, United States
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year master's degree in covering state government as a journalist.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically analyse concepts and evidence relevant to Public Affairs Reporting. Apply advanced subject knowledge to specialist academic or professional questions. Relevant syllabus content includes: spring: internship of 12 hours with an experienced journalist covering state government plus a seminar and one elective.

Career outcomes

Editors
Education Administrators
Postsecondary
News Analysts
Reporters
And Journalists
Producers and Directors
Advertising and Promotions Managers
Public Relations Specialists

Curriculum

40 credits in one year
Fall: two required courses and two electives
Spring: internship of 12 hours with an experienced journalist covering state government plus a seminar and one elective

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with GPA 2.5 or higher (https://www.uis.edu/admission-aid/graduates)
Some programmes require prerequisites
Statement or recommendation letters
English proficiency required.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor degree from an accredited institution (international degrees evaluated), Official transcripts, Some programmes require prerequisites, Statement, Resume or recommendation letters

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 90
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 70
Cambridge B2 First

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts

How to apply

Check requirements and the Fall May 15 / Spring Nov 15 international deadlines. Apply online at UIS and pay the 75 USD international graduate fee. Send official transcripts (credential evaluation if required)
Program-specific materials and English test scores. Department reviews and decides on admission. Submit financial documents for the I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with the I-20.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,367 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Springfield Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Public Affairs and Education
Department	Communication
Teaching language	English
Credit value	40
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International UIS graduate students may qualify for specified awards if they meet the university eligibility rules. A graduate assistantship is an employment-based award, Not automatically a scholarship, And must not be treated as a guaranteed tuition waiver.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.