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At Medill, journalism begins with reporting and writing but goes much further. You'll dive into new media formats, engage with international journalism, and get ready not just to adapt to the evolving media landscape but to shape it. We're committed to teaching tomorrow's journalists about worldwide journalism practices, providing short-term global immersions, international media internships, and semester-long study abroad programs. Medill's forward-thinking approach helps you master core journalism skills while pursuing interests beyond the classroom.
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Northwestern accepts results from both the TOEFL and the IELTS.
There is no minimum score required by Northwestern. Competitive applicants demonstrate a high level of English proficiency and often score in the high range on all four sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing) of the TOEFL iBT, or receive IELTS band scores in highest three bands on the overall and individual scores (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).