Arizona State University (Downtown Phoenix campus)

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Program description

The BA program in journalism and mass communication at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, widely regarded as one of the nation's premier media schools, is a highly professional, hands-on degree program that prepares students for careers in mass communications.

Through access to a world-class faculty of journalists, communicators and scholars, and with prestigious internships and immersive learning opportunities, undergraduate students learn the values and principles at the core of media professions, and they master the highly specialized, practical skills needed for success in today's digital world.

Areas of study can include digital media, broadcast news, innovation and entrepreneurship, audience engagement, social media, investigative reporting, public relations and Spanish-language media. The Cronkite School's full-immersion capstone programs afford students the opportunity to gain experience in activities like reporting the evening news on Arizona PBS and creating digital advertising campaigns.

Concurrent program options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated program options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years. It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:

• Digital Audience Strategy, MS
• Investigative Journalism, MA
• Mass Communication, MMC
• Sports Journalism, MA

Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. High-performing students can apply to the school's accelerated master's degree program, which allows for the completion of both a bachelor and master degree in as few as four years. They also can become part of ASU's Barrett, The Honors College.

Global opportunities
Global experience 

As the world grows more connected, an understanding of other cultures and places is imperative. Study abroad programs expose students to diverse opinions, new and challenging situations, and opportunities to explore a new country.

Journalism students are offered highly specialized programs that provide the classes and experiences they need, whether covering the Olympics or spending an entire semester abroad. An international experience on a resume can help a candidate stand out in a competitive field.