Gainesville,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Mass Communication - Journalism in Gainesville United States | University of Florida
University of Florida
|
Gainesville United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,134
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Journalism specialization at the University of Florida's College of Journalism and Communications integrates theoretical research on mass media's societal impact with hands-on training in journalistic skills. This master's program focuses on non-broadcast media formats, including print publications and digital platforms. Ideal candidates include both working journalists seeking to deepen their professional expertise and academics preparing for doctoral studies in journalism education. The curriculum balances scholarly examination of journalism's social function with practical skill development in news gathering and storytelling.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts
Note: Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for application purposes. However, official transcripts will be REQUIRED if admitted to the program. Also, if you are a UF student, you do not need to submit transcripts (pending you have no financial holds) as they are in our internal database.
English Proficiency Exam Scores (International Applicants Only)
Statement of Purpose
Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better
Conferred baccalaureate degree
For international students, English Proficiency exam scores
The University of Florida Graduate School requires a minimum grade average of 3.0 for all upper-division undergraduate work. Applicants are expected to have received a minimum grade average of 3.0 for all core courses within the Journalism and Mass Communications area and their area of special interest.
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, TOEFL
90 Internet-based
26 Speaking
27 Writing
IELTS: 7
8 Speaking
7 Writing
Note: Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for application purposes. However, official transcripts will be REQUIRED if admitted to the program. Also, if you are a UF student, you do not need to submit transcripts (pending you have no financial holds) as they are in our internal database.
English Proficiency Exam Scores (International Applicants Only)
Statement of Purpose
Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better
Conferred baccalaureate degree
For international students, English Proficiency exam scores
The University of Florida Graduate School requires a minimum grade average of 3.0 for all upper-division undergraduate work. Applicants are expected to have received a minimum grade average of 3.0 for all core courses within the Journalism and Mass Communications area and their area of special interest.
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, TOEFL
90 Internet-based
26 Speaking
27 Writing
IELTS: 7
8 Speaking
7 Writing
Tuition
USD
30,134