Overview

The professors combine the rigor of classroom teaching with real-world assignments that give students hands-on experience combining news articles, photos, and audio and video clips into convergent media packages.

The bachelor of science in Media and Communication, Journalism Concentration at Salem State University combines theory and practice, professional standards and hands-on experience to equip students with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for professional roles in the digital age. Intensive courses in writing, editing, media production, research, and digital design prepare students to work in a variety of communications fields.

Many students at Salem State University earn internship credit at public relations agencies, advertising firms, television studios, and newspapers. On-campus opportunities include writing for The Log, the student newspaper; participating in the Public Relations Student Society of America; working with the American Advertising Federation; engaging in experiential learning opportunities in the classroom; and our experiencing real-world concept application through our EXPECT program.

Their Mission

Salem State University's mission is to provide a high quality, student-centered education that prepares a diverse community of learners to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society, and serve as a resource to advance the region's cultural, social and economic development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communications

Writing for Media

Computer Production in Communications

Communication Research Methods

Editing

Fundamentals of News Writing

News Reporting and Writing

Feature Writing

Practicum in Print and Digital Journalism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salem, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Journalism View 1437 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application

Send us your transcripts

Submit your standardized test scores

Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

20719 USD / year

≈ 20719 USD / year
Out-of-State

20719 USD / year

≈ 20719 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13089 USD / year

≈ 13089 USD / year

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Overview

Their Mission

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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