Overview

In this Media and Journalism program at Central Washington University you'll also learn about the ethical, legal, historical, and societal dimensions of journalism, gaining a deep understanding of the pivotal role media plays in shaping our social, political, and economic landscapes.

Career Pathways

Reporter
Sales and Marketing specialist
Communication Manager
Health Promotion Coordinator
Media Consultant
Social Media/Public Relations
Communication Specialist
Sports Anchor
Social Media Consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media Literacy in the Digital Age
Mass Media and Society
Communication Ethics
Media Writing and Reporting
Visual Storytelling
Media Copyediting
Online and Social Media Strategies
Broadcast Journalism
Feature Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications received after March 1 will be processed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Quarter Credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ellensburg, United States

Disciplines

Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 517 other Bachelors in Journalism in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You can apply through the application portal or use Common App.
Pay the $60 application fee.
To complete your admission process, submit your official high school or college transcripts. To ensure that your transcript is considered official, please have it sent directly from your institution.

The admission requirements depend on your cumulative high school GPA and the completion of core classes:

3.0 or higher: You qualify for Guaranteed Admission. This means you're automatically accepted to CWU once your application is complete and CADRs are met. No personal statement or essay is required.
2.50 - 2.99: Alongside your application and CADRs, you may be asked to complete a Personal Statement.
2.00 - 2.49: Alongside your application, CADRs, and a Personal Statement, the university review your application, taking all aspects of your academic experience into consideration.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

26176 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26176 USD / year

≈ 26176 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7469 USD / year

≈ 7469 USD / year

Living costs

Ellensburg

United States

895 - 1492 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Ellensburg

Funding

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