Academic Year Represented
2026
Mission Statement
The University of Arizona School of Journalism is committed to digital-first storytelling using innovative technologies underscored by bedrock ethics. We train our students to create content that accurately reflects the community, culture and commerce of Southern Arizona, as well as develop scholarship that helps our region better understand itself.
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
We do not have curricular tracks. 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
Yes, students can take JOUR 393 for this credit.
Internships Facilitated
The School's internship coordinator monitors each student experience to make sure it meets expectations and stated learning goals. 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. Additionally, the internship coordinator searches for internship opportunities that align with students’ needs and shares these findings on a weekly basis via email. Students also have the chance to get their resumes reviewed, receive help with resumes and a professional photographer is available to take headshots for their resumes.
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. School of Journalism faculty also sometimes teach journalism classes abroad, including in Costa Rica and Orvieto, Italy.
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
$1,781,276
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
Undergrad In-State Tuition
$13,900
Undergrad Out-of-State Tuition
$43,100
Average Undergraduate Financial Aid
Average Undergraduate Student Debt
Graduate Student Fees
$1,918
Graduate In-State Tuition
$12,700
Graduate Out-of-State Tuition
$23,400
Average Graduate Financial Aid
Average Graduate Student Debt
Total Accredited Unit Enrollment
Undergraduate Enrollment
244
Graduate Enrollment
21
Number of In-State Students
113
Percentage of In-State Students
52
Number of International Students
8
Percentage of International Students
4
Male
68
Female
151
Not Specified
White
Black
Asian
Hispanic/Latino
Pacific Islands or Native Hawaiian
Native American or Native Alaskan
Other
Average Size of Skill Based Classes
17
Average Size of Non-Skill Based Classes
16
First Year Student (Freshman) Retention Rate at University
82
Four Year Completion Rate
57
Six Year Completion Rate
71
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
10
Part-Time Faculty
11
Faculty with Tenure
5
Faculty on Tenure Track
2
Untenured Part-Time Faculty
11
Untenured Full-Time Faculty
3
Percentage of Faculty within Scholarship or Research Field
70
Male
Female
Unspecified
White
Black
Asian
Hispanic/Latino
Pacific Island or Native Hawaiian
Native American or Native Alaskan
Other
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for All Classes
31
Faculty-to-Student Ratio for Skill Classes
17
Comments on Quantitative Numbers
Undergraduate and graduate student fees vary depending on student courseloads.