Overview

Tailor your education with three emphasis areas: Integrated Strategic Media, News and Storytelling, and Visual Media. Choose your focus to shape your learning experience with the Journalism and Strategic Media from University of Memphis .

Key Facts

Or enhance your expertise further with our specialized concentrations in Mass Media Research and Open-Source Investigative Reporting.

Our program is perfect for individuals looking to sharpen their skills in journalism, advertising, public relations, strategic communication, and visual media. You’ll learn the latest theories and practices in today’s media landscape while applying your knowledge through hands-on projects. Develop multimedia skills, conduct audience research, craft impactful crisis messages, and refine your story pitches.

We offer flexible learning options with courses available both online and on campus, so you can study at your convenience, no matter your location.

Aditionally, expand your skillset with our three graduate certificates:

Entrepreneurial Journalism: Collaborate with faculty and the Crews Center for Entrepreneurship to explore startup strategies and pitch your ideas to potential funders.

Multimedia Storytelling: Master the technical skills for creating engaging multimedia content alongside essential reporting and storytelling techniques.

Social Media Analysis and Strategies: Learn how to effectively engage audiences and leverage social media insights to enhance your communication strategies.

Whether you're a prospective student, current scholar, or professional seeking to expand your network and skills, the Department of Journalism and Strategic Media is your gateway to success.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Individual Research
Graduate Media Practicum
Media Startup Practicum
Media Law
Media, Diversity and Society
Media Writing/Editing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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110

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Memphis, United States

Disciplines

Journalism Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 121 other Masters in Journalism in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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110

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Copies of all undergraduate (and graduate, if any) transcripts

Word Education Services (WES) transcript evaluation report or equivalent (report from WES iGPA calculator is acceptable)

GRE General Score (recommended)

At least three letters of recommendations

Personal statement

CV (showing previous research experience, if any)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22374 USD / year

≈ 22374 USD / year
Out-of-State

22374 USD / year

≈ 22374 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

22374 USD / year

≈ 22374 USD / year

Additional Details

Online option:

Local: $774 per credit
National: $1008 per credit
International: $1242 per credit

Living costs

Memphis

United States

955 - 1582 USD / month

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

Funding

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