M.A. in Journalism
Report the Truth. Do It Well. Pursue an Online Master’s in Journalism.
The Master of Arts in Journalism is designed to immerse you in the fast-paced world of converging media. Presented from a Christian worldview, it will equip you with the latest reporting and technical skills for both traditional and digital media application. In addition, this online masters in journalism degree includes social media and internet marketing, helping you to deepen audience engagement.
Increase Your Earning Potential
Advance in leadership roles with higher salary opportunities.
Expand Your Expertise
Gain advanced knowledge in traditional and multiplatform reporting, and mobile field production.
Gain Practical Experience
Learn how to get work published in professional media outlets.
Access Faculty Expertise
Be mentored by faculty members who teach on campus in Virginia Beach.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the online master’s in Journalism, you can:
- Gather data, write and edit news reports for multiple media platforms (print, television, and new media).
- Write features and editorials on business, politics, national affairs, and more.
- Apply current internet, social media, and mobile media marketing strategies to drive audience engagement.
Career Opportunities
- Journalist
- Editor
- Media producer
- Press secretary
- Advertising & public relations specialist
- Social media manager
Students work with faculty to learn about academic requirements for publication, determine the topic/set-up of culminating projects, complete necessary preparation to begin projects, and arrange for committee assignments. Pass/No Pass.
Software and web-based tools used in the production and distribution of multimedia and mobile news content. Includes essential programming languages such as HTML, CSS, and Java-Script and learning computer-assisted journalism that integrates technology with high quality news-authoring. Multiplatform production lab included.
Prominent historical and theoretical perspectives of media and popular culture and their influence on individuals and communities from a Christocentric worldview. Provides media professionals and emergent scholars with an understanding of the role of media and narrative in the development of worldviews. Cross-listed with COM 600.
Media industry research methods, evaluation and analysis techniques, including surveys, content analyses, polling, data mining, in-depth interviews, and focus groups. Common research practices of professional journalists, public relations practitioners, film-television professionals, media analysts and consultants, and communication scholars are examined. Web-based lab included. Cross-listed with COM 601.
Current internet, social media, and mobile media marketing theories, strategies, tools and practices. Includes study of communication methods used by professionals in journalism, film, television, advertising, public relations, and related professions to brand, promote, and distribute products and services. Web-based production lab included. Cross-listed with COM 607 and COM 717 and GOV 547. Prerequisite: COM 500.
Professional journalistic practices of news reporting and storytelling within the multi-media environment. Students work to master writing mechanics and investigate, research, interview, gather data, and edit stories in multiple journalistic genres.
Techniques and writing styles required for feature writing, editorials, essays, blogs and for in-depth stories in business, politics, health, entertainment, religion, national and international affairs. Prerequisites: JRN 610.
Current issues in media law and ethics governing the creation, production, distribution and ownership of media content, focusing on new communication technologies and services. Issues addressed include intellectual property, freedom of the press, privacy, obscenity, libel, licensing and contracts, guilds and unions, and consumer rights and protections. Cross-listed with COM 614 and COM 714.
An overview and inside exploration of reporting on government processes in the executive, legislative, and judicial branches on both the federal and state levels. Prerequisites: JRN 610.
Professional principles, aesthetics, and field craft of news reporting and producing for dissemination across multiple media platforms, including use of mobile technology. News production lab included. Prerequisites: JRN 610.
Community and citizen reporting in the development of news and information. Includes investigating, writing, producing and creating local and regional news, including analysis of common strategies and practices employed to cover community issues and events and to engage civic leaders and organizations. Includes production of weekly news stories. Prerequisites: JRN 610.
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
| Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
| Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
| Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
- After you submit your application, you will receive a link to complete the required admissions questionnaire.
Step 3: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 4: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 6 | $5,520 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 9 | $8,280 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $895 | 6 | $5,370 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $925 | 3 | $2,775 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $925 | 3 | $2,775 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $895 | 9 | $8,055 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $925 | 6 | $5,550 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $925 | 6 | $5,550 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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