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Degrees

Degree programs that meet the needs of journalists – in every stage of their career. See some highlights below. 

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All Programs

Explore each of the ten cutting edge degree programs the J-School has to offer.
 

Data journalism students.
M.S. Data Journalism

Hands-on training for crafting data-driven stories in the public interest. Apply with no fee by December 15.

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M.A. Program

Bridging current events with groundbreaking stories in the public sphere, while developing an intellectual grounding in a concentration of choice. Apply with no fee by January 5.

Fellowships & Programs

Deeply immersive, specialized training for nondegree students 

KB fellows.
Knight-Bagehot Fellowship

Spend two semesters at Columbia Journalism School to gain a better understanding of business, finance and technology.

Spencer fellows in front of Pulitzer Hall.
Spencer Fellowship

Develop and publish long-form ambitious journalism that advances public understanding of education during a year long program.

Sulzberger fellows in front of Pulitzer Hall.
Sulzberger Executive Leadership Program

A diverse group of leaders from respected news organizations and media startups, coming together to drive innovation and address strategic challenges in a rapidly changing landscape.

CJS20230

Learn more about the Dean's vision for the next decade.

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Democracy

Columbia Journalism School is addressing the crucial role of journalism in democracy as part of a school-wide endeavor.

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Climate

Explore a strong foundation of coursework and expertise for covering one of the most pressing issues of the moment.

Panel during "AI and the Newsroom" event.
AI

Thoughful scholarship, timely journalism and practical workshops help students adapt to changes in AI and the newsroom.

Featured News

Olivia Carville and Douglas MacMillan win the WERT Global and Welles Prizes, respectively. 

A compilation of alumni work, from those on the ground reporting one of the most important stories of the past year.

From Sept 22–29, J-School students immersed themselves in Climate Week NYC, and produced compelling stories for Columbia News Service.

Here’s to the next century of preparing journalists to be rigorous, ethical and curious — setting the standard of our professional practice.

Watch the stream: join a sweeping exploration of AI and ethics in today’s journalism with leading industry thinkers and news practitioners.

Want cutting-edge coverage of one of the most impactful issues of our time? Explore work created by CJS faculty, alumni and students.