Michigan State University School of Journalism Journalism 305 Communication Arts and Sciences Building East Lansing, MI 48824-1212 US   Phone: 1-517-353-6431 Fax: 1-517-355-7710   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A. - Journalism Doctoral PhD - Mass Media On Campus   To obtain a masters degree in journalism, students must master basic research skills and concepts and also choose from a wide range of electives both within the J-School and throughout the university. The program emphasizes journalism while allowing students with a particular interest to pursue courses in another field. The interdepartmental Mass Media Ph.D. Program is offered jointly by the Department of Advertising, the School of Journalism, and the Department of Telecommunication. The program prepares students to become active scholars, teachers and/or leaders in the communication industry.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: GMAT Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 5666  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 2433  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $730  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $17520  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable