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    Journalism (M.A.)

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    East Lansing, USMAIn-person2 years
    $55,088.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    59%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    39
    Cohort
    students
    31
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University is a 31-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $55,088.

    About the program

    Combines professional skills training in reporting, writing, visual, digital storytelling with research. Offers research thesis or professional project tracks, with optional concentrations in Science and Environmental Journalism or International Journalism.

    Focus: both

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University is $55,088 across 31 required credits.
    Is Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University is structured around 2 years and 31 credits.
    How competitive is Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 59%.
    How large is the Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University cohort?
    Journalism (M.A.) at Michigan State University typically enrolls around 39 students per cohort.