Overview

Journalism at Quinnipiac University molds multitalented writers, reporters and producers who can tell compelling stories across all distribution platforms. Our 30-credit curriculum blends the traditional with the contemporary, featuring a core that emphasizes digital production, reporting, storytelling and ethics. Our flexible, elective structure enables students to explore unique areas of inquiry focused on subjects such as arts and culture, race, politics and public health.

Learning outcomes

This area of inquiry will form the basis of a required, two-semester multimedia capstone project. During your capstone, you’ll collaborate with a faculty adviser as you produce work that demonstrates high levels of professional polish, creative vitality and journalistic integrity.At the heart of our program is an emphasis on real-time learning and real-world experience.

The production facilities within the Ed McMahon Mass Communications Center support both studio and remote productions, and feature the same state-of-the-art news gathering, audio and video equipment you’ll encounter as a professional. Here, you’ll master the latest technology and learn the most innovative techniques for producing, editing and presenting information to the public. As you develop an eclectic skillset, you’ll also learn about the business from seasoned professionals — our faculty. They’ll inspire you to harness your passion, take the lead and get serious about your career in journalism.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reporting and Fact-Checking

Digital Essentials

Digital News Production

Media Law & Ethics

Capstone Proposal

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamden, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The completed application form
$45 application fee
Resume
Letter of intent (statement of purpose)
Letters of recommendation
Official postsecondary transcripts - Candidates holding degrees from foreign institutions must provide notarized English translations of their academic records*
Official copy of your English Proficiency Test Report
Official Statement of Financial Support and supporting documentation*
A copy of your passport**

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34130 USD / year

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Out-of-State

34130 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

34130 USD / year

≈ 34130 USD / year

Living costs

Hamden

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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

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