BA in Journalism
Harness your critical thinking and storytelling skills with a journalism degree designed to position you as a leader in the ever-changing media landscape.
Why choose Rowan's journalism program?
Technology changed news, so we’re preparing the next digital leaders.
Understand law and ethics and craft your reporting skills in the field. Learn to write for mass media, anchor a news broadcast, build a blog or create a website.
Our small class sizes ensure you become a better multimedia reporter, writer, and editor to compete in a fast-changing media landscape. Gain the latest digital storytelling tools while covering campus events and local news in New Jersey and Philadelphia.
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I chose Rowan University because I heard about the phenomenal journalism program.
Iridian G. Atlantic County, NJ
I feel like journalism is a good stepping stone to other careers too. It's something that's never going to go away, if anything it’s just going to get better.
Nadir R. Mercer County, NJ
I fell in love with writing at a young age, and I love that I am able to talk in front of a camera about things that matter to me.
Alyssa T. Middlesex County, NJ
My passion for writing and music started in high school, and I hope to someday write for Rolling Stone.
Skylar M. Bergen County, NJ
The journalism program gives me so many opportunities to document, report and share interesting things.
Peter P. Gloucester County, NJ
I've been able to learn the different practices of journalism, particularly in my involvement with Rowan's student newspaper, The Whit.
Miguel M. Camden County, NJ
Careers and outcomes
Recommended for thinkers, doers, creators, and helpers interested in careers as:
- Multimedia Journalist
- Broadcast Journalist
- Sports Journalist
- Photojournalist
- Publisher
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