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    Digital Journalism and Design, M.A

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    St. Petersburg, USMAHybrid1 year
    $28,757.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    75%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida is a 33-credit, 1-year, hybrid MA program based in St. Petersburg, US. Tuition is $28,757.

    About the program

    Blends web publishing and design, social media, multimedia production, information graphics. Prepares for careers in print, electronic and digital media production and publication. Includes culminating multimedia project or thesis option.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL, if applicable
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $17,858.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida is $28,757 across 33 required credits.
    Is Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida online or in-person?
    Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida is offered hybrid.
    How long does Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida take to complete?
    Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida is structured around 1 year and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or better in the last two years (60 hours) of undergraduate work
    How competitive is Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida?
    Digital Journalism and Design, M.A at University of South Florida reports an acceptance rate of approximately 75%.