Western Michigan University's digital media and journalism major prepares students with the interdisciplinary media and information technology competencies required for effective 21st century communication. The major builds on a strong foundation of critical thinking and social responsibility. To complete the major, students then choose one of three subdiscipline emphases: journalism, digital media production, or media management and media technology.
This program will provide you with:
Practical skills in journalism, the media professions or media and technology management
Understanding of the current media industry and the application of technology in communication
Analytical and critical thinking skills related to media messages and media systems
After you graduate
WMU graduates with degrees in digital media and journalism are prepared for careers as:
Digital or broadcast journalist
News editor
Innovation technology manager
Broadcast/cable television producer or manager
Web designer
Press relations specialist
Expected October 2024
Start date
Expected September 2024
Western Michigan University
1903 W Michigan Avenue,
KALAMAZOO,
Michigan,
49008, United States
A first-year applicant is a student who is applying for admission and who has not attempted or earned any college credit after graduating from high school/secondary school (or earned equivalent).
Minimum English proficiency test scores:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 71 iBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: 6.0
Pearson Test of English, Academic Module (PTE): 48
Michigan English Test (MET): 48
Application deadlines:
Fall: June 15; Spring: October 15
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.