Curriculum

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To earn an MPS in Journalism, you must successfully complete 10 courses (30 credits total), including:

• 2 core courses (6 credits total):
  • Ethics in Journalism
  • Capstone
• 3 foundation courses (9 credits total):
  • Reporting and News Writing
  • Digital Essentials for Journalists
  • Photo and Video Storytelling
• 5 elective courses (15 credits total):
  • For a current list of electives, visit the Course Schedule.

Program Format

The program is offered in the on-campus format. Classes are held at the same times every week at our downtown D.C. campus. 

You’ll have the flexibility to earn your degree at a pace that suits your schedule:

• Full-time students typically take 9 credits (3 courses) during the fall and spring semesters. 
• Part-time students typically take 3 to 6 credits (1 to 2 courses) during the fall and spring semesters.
• Although students are not required to take credits during the summer semester, they have the option of registering for one or more courses in order to continue their degree progress year-round.

Internships & Fellowships

Georgetown’s Journalism program provides numerous opportunities to work with established journalists and media organizations in the Washington, D.C., area and around the world. Through coursework, internships, and fellowships, you'll be able to forge strong industry connections as you build your network both inside and outside the classroom.

Our students have worked with leading news and media organizations, including:

Accreditation

All programs offered by Georgetown University are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.