1435 Jayhawk Blvd
Lawrence, KS 66045
Academic Year Represented
2023
Mission Statement
The mission of the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications is to teach students to think critically and creatively while preparing them for careers in journalism, mass communications and related fields and for graduate study.
Technology/Equipment/Facilities
Stauffer-Flint Hall underwent a $6.5 million renovation in 2019 – its first since 1982 – which included a state-of-the-art broadcast studio and addressed three areas: student media, student belonging, and flexible spaces. The Dole Center building space received a $300,000 renovation in 2022-23, which included creative makerspaces. Through course fees, the School’s Technology Committee distributes about $300,000 each year to provide the most up-to-date technology and support to students.
Undergraduate Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Mass Communications
Graduate Degrees Offered
Master of Journalism and Mass Communications Online Masters of Journalism and Mass Communications in Digital Integrated Marketing Communications Master of Science in Journalism and Law Joint Degrees Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communications
Majors
Journalism and Mass Communications
Tracks within Majors
Multimedia Journalism Digital Marketing Communications, Advertising and Public Relations Media Arts and Production Sports Media & Society
Internships Accepted for Credit
Paid and unpaid internships are accepted for credit. Additionally, there is a class designated within the School that facilitates an intern-like experience: JMC 660 Professional Capstone. Internships are not required but highly recommended. About 82% of students complete at least one internship while in the School.
Internships Facilitated
The School offers two courses to assist students in preparing for internships: JMC 205 Career Exploration and Planning (pre-seniors), and JMC 505 Professional Development. The J-School Career Center assists students with a wide range of career development topics, from beginning an internship search to accepting a first job offer as KU graduate. We work with freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors, but we also enjoy visiting with recent graduates transitioning to a new job or career.
Experiential and/or Immersion Programs for Credit
1. Statehouse Reporting embeds students in the state capitol to work with other media, special interest groups, aides, and legislators to learn about and report on the legislative session, all in conjunction with the Kansas Press Association and their wire service. 2. Strategic Campaigns work with organization leaders from local, state and regional groups during the semester to do research and accurately reflect their goals.
Online Options
None at undergraduate level
Study-Abroad Options
Culture and Creativity in Italy during summers
Graduate Programs
Master of Journalism and Mass Communications Online Master of Journalism and Mass Communications in Digital Integrated Marketing Communications Master of Science in Journalism and Law Joint Degrees Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communications
Department Budget
$6,934,127
Amount Spent per Student
$8,476
Undergrad Student Fees
$1,142
Undergraduate Student Fees Exclusive of Housing and Meal Plan
$1,142
Undergraduate Student Fees for Housing and Meal Plan
$11,104
Undergrad In-State Tuition
$10,392
Undergrad Out-of-State Tuition
$27,260
Average Undergraduate Financial Aid
Average Undergraduate Student Debt
Graduate Student Fees
$1,142
Graduate In-State Tuition
Graduate Out-of-State Tuition
Average Graduate Financial Aid
Average Graduate Student Debt
Total Accredited Unit Enrollment
813
Undergraduate Enrollment
813
Graduate Enrollment
Number of In-State Students
483
Percentage of In-State Students
59
Number of International Students
9
Percentage of International Students
1
Male
231
Female
587
Not Specified
White
520
Black
20
Asian
8
Hispanic/Latino
60
Pacific Islands or Native Hawaiian
2
Native American or Native Alaskan
6
Other
40
Average Size of Skill Based Classes
17
Average Size of Non-Skill Based Classes
30
First Year Student (Freshman) Retention Rate at University
90
Four Year Completion Rate
69
Six Year Completion Rate
76
Full-Time Employment within Six Months of Graduation
74
Full-Time Employment Within Field of Study
Part-Time Employment Within Field of Study
Full-Time Employment Not In Field of Study
Part-Time Employment Not In Field of Study
Attending a Graduate Program
11
Unemployed
2
Unknown Status
Full-Time Faculty
29
Part-Time Faculty
19
Faculty with Tenure
13
Faculty on Tenure Track
6
Untenured Part-Time Faculty
19
Untenured Full-Time Faculty
Percentage of Faculty within Scholarship or Research Field
60
Male
15
Female
14
Unspecified
White
18
Black
2
Asian
4
Hispanic/Latino
3
Pacific Island or Native Hawaiian
Native American or Native Alaskan
2
Other
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for All Classes
14
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for Skill Classes
17