Our Programs
The Graduate School of Journalism offers several academic degree programs designed to meet the needs of both new and experienced journalists.
M.S. Program
The Master of Science program offers aspiring and experienced journalists the opportunity to study the skills, the art, and the ethics of journalism by reporting, writing and producing stories that range from short news pieces to complex narrative features. Read more »
M.A. Program
The prestigious, nine-month Master of Arts program is designed to equip journalists with subject-area expertise, so that they may cover complicated issues in a sophisticated, nuanced manner. Read more »
Dual-Degree Programs
The Journalism School offers several dual degree programs in cooperation with other schools and programs at Columbia University and abroad. Participation in these programs is contingent upon acceptance into both both the Journalism School and the program's partner school. Read more »
International Programs
Partnerships with Sciences Po in Paris and the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg allow Columbia Journalism students to study in both New York City and abroad and receive degrees from two institutions. Read more »
Ph.D. Program
The Doctor of Philosophy degree gathers and focuses the resources of Columbia University on a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of communications. Students craft individual courses of study drawing upon the wide array of departments and divisions at the university. Read more »
Knight-Bagehot Fellowship
The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism offers qualified journalists the opportunity to enhance their understanding and knowledge of business, economics and finance. Read more »
Columbia Case Studies Program
The Columbia Case Studies Program, launched in February 2007, aims to enhance the way journalism is taught in the US and abroad by giving teachers and professionals powerful new tools with which to work. The goal is to train students to think like newsroom managers and news industry leaders. Read more »