Overview

Journalism is not just for journalists.

Sure, our Journalism students at Eastern Illinois University report breaking news, investigate corruption, design award-winning publications, produce newscasts, cover professional sports, promote college athletics, and frame major events with their lenses.

Sure, our alumni win Pulitzer Prizes, Emmy Awards and earn all kinds of other recognitions for their journalistic efforts.

Key Features

In our program, you’ll learn to think critically, produce creatively, write precisely, process information quickly, interview thoughtfully, manage people, and develop an excellent work ethic.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Journalism Forum

Journalism and Democracy

Writing for News Media

Journalism Practicum

Journalism Ethics

Journalism Capstone

Communication Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Charleston, United States

Disciplines

Journalism View 572 other Bachelors in Journalism in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official records (transcripts or mark sheets) beginning with secondary school. A minimum grade point average of a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required. All transcripts become property of this University.

English Language Proficiency Requirement

A completed International Student Financial Affidavit Form and a bank statement (submitted online via MyEIU account), documenting sufficient funding for the intended program of study.

A passport copy is required.

Non-refundable application fee of $30.00 U.S. in the form of a check, certified check or money order made payable to Eastern Illinois University, application fee is valid for one year.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

12688 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12688 USD per year during 48 months.
National

10150 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10150 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

10150 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10150 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Charleston

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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