Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University

Northeastern University

United States of America, Boston

University Rank:#384

International students can study the Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University on the Boston campus in United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 11 years 4 months and is offered at the Boston campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on January 1, 2027.

About Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track)

The professional track curriculum combines courses in the fundamentals of news and feature writing with courses in digital skills such as video and data. Students who pursue the professional track come to the program from a variety of backgrounds. Some have no previous journalism experience; others have some background, but want to improve their skills and take their careers to the next level. Our students study with award-winning faculty who have come to Northeastern with years of experience reporting in the field. With their guidance students are encouraged to publish their work at local and national news outlets.

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Unique Features

Professional track is designed for students with little or no experience in journalism.
Students can complement their academic study with a six-month co-op assignment at a media organization.
Students have the option to begin the program with an intensive three-week skills course.

The Master of Arts in Journalism – Professional Journalism program offers an intensive course of study in journalism theory and practice, including the opportunity to participate in Northeastern’s world-renowned cooperative education program.

Professional track is designed for students with little or no experience in journalism.
Students can complement their academic study with a six-month co-op assignment at a media organization.
Students have the option to begin the program with an intensive three-week skills course.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University

Entry Requirements

Admissions Dates

Spring Applicants: Please contact the program coordinator for details regarding the modified course sequence for students enrolling in the spring.

Fall

Spring


Priority deadline for scholarship consideration:	February 1
Final deadline for international applicants:	May 1
Final deadline for domestic applicants:	August 1


Final deadline for international applicants:	October 1
Final deadline for domestic applicants:	November 1

English Requirements

PTEMin 76
IELTSMin 8
TOEFLMin 108

English Program Requirements

Northeastern students will be exposed to not only a rigorous academic environment but also a fast-paced experiential one. In order to be successful in both, all first-year and transfer applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate proficiency in English to be considered for admission to Northeastern.

Once your application is submitted, received, and processed, you will be able to access your Application Status Check. If you are required to provide further information regarding your proficiency in English, you will be able to complete the requirement in several ways, depending on your familiarity with English, and the frequency with which you use English each and every day:

Non-native English-speaking applicants will be required to submit official and valid results from one of the following English Language Tests:
- C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (Cambridge English)
- Duolingo English Test (DET)
- IELTS Academic
- PTE Academic
- TOEFL Internt-based Test (CEEB Code: 3667) Northeastern will accept either the in-person version completed in a test center, or the TOEFL iBT Home Edition
However, based on your academic environment and the primary instructional language in either your high school or university, you may be eligible for a waiver. All waivers must be submitted through your Application Status Check. For additional information and to determine whether or not you are eligible for a waiver, please read the section below on waiving the English proficiency requirement.

Please note: Northeastern’s Admissions Committee reserves the right to request proof of English language proficiency from any applicant, regardless of citizenship or first language, at any time during the evaluation process.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University

Application Fee 75

How to Apply for Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University

1.Create your application
Submit your application through The Common Application or the Coalition Application (both are accepted). Once you have created your application, please select Northeastern University to directly submit your application to us. Application fee of $75 or need-based fee waiver* *Northeastern accepts need-based fee waivers from the Common Application, the Coalition Application, as well as organizations such as the College Board and ACT, or in a written request from a school official.
2.Submit all required materials
Double check to make sure that you have submitted all required materials. Even if your application has been submitted, we cannot begin reviewing your file until all of your required materials have been received. For applicants applying for the 2022-2023 academic year, Northeastern University is test-optional and does not require standardized testing to complete an application for admission.
3.Check your application status
Within seven days of applying, you should receive a confirmation email containing your Northeastern University ID number and instructions for setting up your Application Status Check account. To ensure all of the necessary documents have been submitted, and for updates or information about your application, visit your application status check.

Master of Journalism (Professional Journalism Track) at Northeastern University

Northeastern University

United States of America, Boston