Overview

Why choose this course?

Journalism and Mass Communication - Professional from the University of Wisconsin Madison prepares students for careers in news and information production. The program provides a mix of practical communication skills, conceptual knowledge of journalism and mass communication, and an area of specialization.

The University offers a career colloquium for all professional MA students and require students to complete an internship during their time in the program. Students receive professional coaching in classes and work with a career advisor who provides support for job and internship search and preparation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles and Practices of Reporting
In-Depth Reporting
Interpretation of Contemporary Affairs
Creative Nonfiction
Multimedia Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2028-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
A B.A. or B.S. before the start of the semester for which they are applying
Minimum 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA (4.0 scale) on last 60 credits of course work

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25732 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25732 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

12404 USD / year

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Additional Details

Minnesota Resident: $20,714 per year

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

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Overview

Why choose this course?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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Financing

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