Overview

The Journalism programme at Harvard University provides students with the advanced writing and technical skills required to excel in the modern media landscape. This Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies is designed for those seeking to master ethical reporting and impactful storytelling across various digital platforms.

Why Journalism at Harvard University?

Students benefit from a rigorous academic environment where they learn to conduct incisive interviews and gather salient information for compelling narratives. The programme offers access to the Harvard Innovation Labs and the Mignone Centre for Career Success, providing unique entrepreneurial and professional resources. Graduates join the prestigious Harvard Alumni Association, connecting with a global network of over 400,000 members. The faculty includes distinguished journalists and editors from major organisations like The Washington Post and USA Today, ensuring that the teaching is grounded in current industry standards.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 3440 per module
National fee: USD 3440 per module
Local fee: USD 3440 per module

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 12 graduate courses designed to build practical expertise in media and communications. Modules may include:

Feature Writing
News Reporting and Writing
The Constitution and the Media
Podcasting
Content Creator Journalism
Commentary and Op-Ed Writing
Telling Stories with Data
Finding and Developing Your Story

Careers with Journalism

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles in media, business, and the non-profit sector. The research and interviewing skills gained during the programme are highly transferable to various professional environments. Alumni have secured positions such as Chief Communications Officers, Health Journalists, Digital Media Directors, and Copy Editors. Notable employers of former students include the Associated Press, The Boston Globe, NPR, and MIT. The programme also supports careers in public relations, marketing, publishing, and media production, reflecting the broad utility of a high-level journalism qualification.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Master of Liberal Arts, Journalism degree field consists of 12 courses, with one required on-campus course. Weekend options are available.

12 Graduate Courses

The journalism program is customizable. Within the program curriculum, you choose the journalism and general electives that support your personal learning goals.

Proseminar
Feature Writing
News Reporting for the Web, Print, and Other Platforms
The Constitution and the Media
3 Journalism electives
4 General electives
Journalism capstone

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To begin the admission process, you simply register—no application needed—for the following two, graduate-level degree courses (available online):

JOUR 100 Proseminar: Fundamentals and Practices of Journalism
- Before registering, you'll need to pass our online test of critical reading and writing skills or earn a B or higher in EXPO 42a, b, or c.
- You have two attempts to earn the minimum grade of B in the proseminar (a withdrawal grade counts as an attempt). The proseminar cannot be more than two years old at the time of application.
JOUR 137 Feature Writing or JOUR 140a News Reporting for the Web, Print, and Other Platforms

The two courses don't need to be taken in a particular order or in the same semester, but each course must be completed with a grade of B or higher, without letting your overall Harvard cumulative GPA dip below 3.0.

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

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