Overview

As the first U.S. graduate program in Sports Journalism, offered by the Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis, students benefit from established partnerships with national and local sports organizations such the Associated Press Sports Editors, the NCAA, the Indiana Pacers, the Indianapolis Indians, and IndyCar Series, to name a few. Many students participate in news bureaus—in which students work in teams covering major sporting events—and internships.

Key Features

The academic program, ideal for graduating seniors and professionals with a few years of experience, offers top quality instruction on sports media from full-time and adjunct faculty that provide individual attention and guidance.

The curriculum, a mix of skills and seminar courses, focuses on the converging worlds of print and online journalism, public relations, advertising, documentary and emerging technologies as expressed in the new commercial reality of sport. Courses combine experiential and classroom learning and stress versatility and skill-building across platforms.

Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has reaffirmed accreditation for Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, including our regional education center, Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus, through 2022-2023.

All public and private colleges and universities must be accredited by one of six regional associations in order to be eligible to receive financial aid from the federal government. IUPUI has been accredited by the commission since 1972 and is reviewed every 10 years for reaffirmation of accreditation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Affairs Reporting

Media and Society Seminar

Business of Sports Media

Digital Sports Journalism

Sports Journalism and Society

Sports Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media Sports Sciences View 406 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with an overall undergraduate point average of at least 3.0; an undergraduate major in journalism is not required, but applicants without such a background are required to take additional course work in journalism and public relations as part of their master’s program;

Appropriate level of achievement on the Graduate Record Examination General Test (applicants with a post-graduate degree are not required to submit GRE scores);

Three letters of recommendation; and

A personal statement explaining how a master’s degree will fit into the applicant’s career goals.

Tuition Fee

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International

19536 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9768 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

19536 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9768 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

6224 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3112 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Indianapolis

1017 - 1926 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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