Academic Year Represented
2024
Mission Statement
To provide our graduates with the intellectual training and professional skills necessary to gather, evaluate, organize and disseminate information in a way that enables citizens to participate in a democratic society in a meaningful way. The School mission is based on two fundamental ideas: (1) Journalists fulfill a crucial role in a democracy, providing the public with independent, objective information about issues and events so citizens can make informed judgments about policy and policy makers. (2) Information provided by the media forms the foundation for much of the research within and in the field of journalism as well as other fields, such as history and political science.
Technology/Equipment/Facilities
The School of Journalism launched new broadcast and podcast studios in October 2023, funded by donations and internal support. The broadcast studio features a green screen, LED lighting, remote cameras, and industry-standard audio and video equipment. The podcast studio, designed for up to four guests, is soundproofed with Rode mixing boards. Additional upgrades include equipment storage, renovated student lounges with iMacs, and digital labs with 40 new iMacs for production work.
Undergraduate Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism Bachelor of Arts in Studies of Global Media Minor in Journalism
Graduate Degrees Offered
Master of Arts in Journalism Master of Arts in Bilingual Journalism Master of Arts in Studies of Global Media Ph.D. Minor in Journalism
Majors
B.A. in Journalism
Tracks within Majors
Our degree programs are designed for flexibility, allowing students to choose from specializations in Digital & Broadcast Journalism, Science & Environmental Journalism, and Global Journalism.
Internships Accepted for Credit
Up to 3 semester-hour credits. JOUR 201A Career Success. The internship experience is monitored by the Internship Coordinator to ensure each internship experience meets these expectations and stated learning goals.
Internships Facilitated
Each semester, the School of Journalism hosts an Internship Fair, where recruiters gather in the school’s offices to interview students for internship and job opportunities. Students also have the chance to get their resumes reviewed, and a professional photographer is available to take headshots for their resumes. Additionally, the internship coordinators actively search for internship opportunities that align with students’ needs on a weekly basis.
Experiential and/or Immersion Programs for Credit
Online Options
The School of Journalism offers two online programs: the Study of Global Media and Bilingual Journalism. Undergraduate students have the opportunity to take upper-division courses that are co-convened with graduate-level classes, allowing them to benefit from these virtual, experiential learning options.
Study-Abroad Options
Students at the School of Journalism can take advantage of various Study Abroad programs offered by the University of Arizona. These programs offer multiple locations, providing students with diverse opportunities for international learning experiences.
Graduate Programs
Master of Arts in Journalism Master of Arts in Bilingual Journalism Master of Arts in Studies of Global Media Ph.D. Minor in Journalism
Department Budget
$1,681,600
Amount Spent per Student
Undergrad Student Fees
$2,230
Undergraduate Student Fees Exclusive of Housing and Meal Plan
Undergraduate Student Fees for Housing and Meal Plan
$17,300
Undergrad In-State Tuition
$13,900
Undergrad Out-of-State Tuition
$42,300
Average Undergraduate Financial Aid
Average Undergraduate Student Debt
Graduate Student Fees
$1,918
Graduate In-State Tuition
$14,900
Graduate Out-of-State Tuition
$34,100
Average Graduate Financial Aid
Average Graduate Student Debt
Total Accredited Unit Enrollment
Undergraduate Enrollment
292
Graduate Enrollment
40
Number of In-State Students
163
Percentage of In-State Students
49
Number of International Students
7
Percentage of International Students
2
Male
113
Female
219
Not Specified
White
192
Black
22
Asian
3
Hispanic/Latino
82
Pacific Islands or Native Hawaiian
Native American or Native Alaskan
5
Other
14
Average Size of Skill Based Classes
15
Average Size of Non-Skill Based Classes
35
First Year Student (Freshman) Retention Rate at University
83
Four Year Completion Rate
53
Six Year Completion Rate
66
Full-Time Employment within Six Months of Graduation
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
Unemployed
Unknown Status
Full-Time Faculty
8
Part-Time Faculty
13
Faculty with Tenure
4
Faculty on Tenure Track
0
Untenured Part-Time Faculty
13
Untenured Full-Time Faculty
4
Percentage of Faculty within Scholarship or Research Field
50
Male
5
Female
16
Unspecified
White
17
Black
0
Asian
1
Hispanic/Latino
3
Pacific Island or Native Hawaiian
Native American or Native Alaskan
Other
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for All Classes
35
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for Skill Classes
14