Stony Brook,
NY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Journalism in Stony Brook United States | Stony Brook University, SUNY
Stony Brook University, SUNY
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Stony Brook United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,490
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Journalism program specializes in science, health, environmental, and technology reporting while teaching essential skills across print, multimedia, video, and broadcast formats. Students develop expertise in thorough investigative reporting and compelling storytelling. Tailored for diverse learners, the program welcomes both science-focused professionals new to journalism and experienced journalists seeking specialization. This 40-credit curriculum allows full-time students to graduate in three semesters plus two summer sessions, standing as SUNY's sole graduate journalism offering. Students train under industry-experienced faculty in a cutting-edge $1.3 million news facility, with New York City's proximity enabling prestigious internships and guest speakers. The program leverages Stony Brook's scientific ecosystem, including partnerships with Brookhaven National Lab and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. While emphasizing science journalism, the acquired skills prepare graduates for success across all journalism disciplines.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students can be admitted with degrees in any field. Admissions requirements include:
Bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or better from an accredited college or university
Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools
Three references that can address the applicant's capacity to complete a course of graduate study and succeed in journalism or related fields. If the applicant is a student who has graduated within the last two years, at least one letter must be from a faculty member with whom the applicant has studied. If the applicant has been working as a journalist, at least one letter must be from an editor or supervisor familiar with the applicant's work
A 500-word personal statement
Optional: GRE scores
Optional: Portfolio of journalistic or other relevant work (2 samples)
International students who trained in non-English-speaking schools and live in a non-English-speaking country are required to take the TOEFL exam
A committee consisting of the Graduate Program Director and three program faculty will evaluate all applications, including exceptions to the requirements.
Applicants may be invited to interview via video conference. IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6 TOEFL: 80 for Master's level
Bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or better from an accredited college or university
Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools
Three references that can address the applicant's capacity to complete a course of graduate study and succeed in journalism or related fields. If the applicant is a student who has graduated within the last two years, at least one letter must be from a faculty member with whom the applicant has studied. If the applicant has been working as a journalist, at least one letter must be from an editor or supervisor familiar with the applicant's work
A 500-word personal statement
Optional: GRE scores
Optional: Portfolio of journalistic or other relevant work (2 samples)
International students who trained in non-English-speaking schools and live in a non-English-speaking country are required to take the TOEFL exam
A committee consisting of the Graduate Program Director and three program faculty will evaluate all applications, including exceptions to the requirements.
Applicants may be invited to interview via video conference. IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection recommended to be below 6 TOEFL: 80 for Master's level
Tuition
USD
24,490