Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Journalism and Political Science in Boston United States | Northeastern University
Northeastern University
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Double Major Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
62,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This interdisciplinary dual-degree program enables students to blend journalism studies with political science education. Graduates will develop comprehensive expertise in both fields, preparing them for careers in political journalism, campaign strategy, or legal studies.
Program Learning Outcomes
Examine, evaluate, and interpret journalism's function in democratic societies (First Amendment rights). Collect and utilize data for journalistic reporting and analytical purposes.
Work cooperatively with media colleagues in news writing and content creation.
Research and develop news stories for multiple media platforms. Recognize trends in media evolution and shifting journalistic business models.
Compose clear, structured, well-written, and factually correct reports using AP Style guidelines where applicable. Evaluate visual content with critical perspective.
Comprehend and implement journalistic ethical principles.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All first-year applicants are required to submit the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Once your application is submitted and processed, you will be able to access your SRAR through the Application Status Check portal.
All high school transcripts must be sent directly to Northeastern by your high school by the application deadline. Any transcripts sent by you, your family or an independent educational consultant will not be accepted.
First-year applicants must provide a transcript which includes final grades from grades 9, 10, and 11 (or the international equivalents).
190 to 202 on either C1 Advanced (CAE) or C2 Proficiency (CPE)
130 to 145 on the Duolingo English Test (DET)
7.0 to 8.0 on the IELTS Academic
68 to 81 on the PTE Academic
99 to 112 on TOEFL Internet-Based Test (Northeastern will accept either the in-person iBT completed in a test center, or the online iBT Home Edition. Northeastern's TOEFL Code is 3667.)
All high school transcripts must be sent directly to Northeastern by your high school by the application deadline. Any transcripts sent by you, your family or an independent educational consultant will not be accepted.
First-year applicants must provide a transcript which includes final grades from grades 9, 10, and 11 (or the international equivalents).
190 to 202 on either C1 Advanced (CAE) or C2 Proficiency (CPE)
130 to 145 on the Duolingo English Test (DET)
7.0 to 8.0 on the IELTS Academic
68 to 81 on the PTE Academic
99 to 112 on TOEFL Internet-Based Test (Northeastern will accept either the in-person iBT completed in a test center, or the online iBT Home Edition. Northeastern's TOEFL Code is 3667.)
Tuition
USD
62,000