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Degrees & Faculty

Degree programs that meet the needs of journalists – in every stage of their career.

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All Programs

Explore each of the ten cutting-edge degree programs Columbia Journalism School has to offer each year. 

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Faculty Publications

Explore work from leaders in the field, from documentary filmmaking to historical reporting and more. 

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Local News

J-School faculty apply deep reporting and data-driven techniques to enhance transparency in local news. 

Fellowships & Programs

Deeply immersive, specialized training for nondegree students 

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Summer Investigative Reporting Course

Learn to recognize when a story should be a long‐term project, how to use data and how to report a deep investigation.

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The Lede Program

An intensive, remote-friendly summer program designed to equip journalists and storytellers with the skills needed to turn data into narrative. 

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Sulzberger Executive Leadership Program

A diverse group of leaders from respected news organizations and media startups address strategic challenges. 

CJS2030

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.

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AI

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

Our Mission

Columbia Journalism School’s purpose is to educate students from all over the world to become conscientious, accomplished professional journalists.

CJS by the Numbers

88

Different companies where the Class of 2024 landed jobs.

17

Investigative courses available to students uncovering the truth.

14

Pulitzer Prizes won by Columbia Journalism School faculty. 

7

Degrees and fellowships available exclusively at CJS.

22

Audio and visual courses offered to enhance storytelling.

100+

Countries around the world where alumni report top stories.
 

Featured News

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Spring 2025

Mayoral Candidates Shared "A Vision for New York City: Mayoral Forum" at Columbia Journalism School

CJS hosted key candidates for NYC's mayoral race. 

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Spring 2025

Announcing the 2025 Winners of the Mike Berger Award & the Paul Tobenkin Memorial Award

Business Insider and KFF Health News to be Honored.

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Spring 2025

Industry Leaders to Speak at 2025 Columbia Journalism Graduation Ceremonies

The Class of 2025 will hear from journalists whose work brings clarity to complex issues and holds power to account. 

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Spring 2025

Columbia Journalism School and The New York Times Present “The Fight for Global Press Freedom”

A conversation on the global threats to journalists — and what we should do now.

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Spring 2025

Faculty in Focus: Op-Eds and Essays You Should Read on Today's Topics

Highlighting opinion writing by CJS faculty, showcasing their expertise and insights.

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Spring 2025

Rebecca Nagle, Kathleen DuVal, Susie Cagle, Dan Xin Huang Named Winners of the 2025 J. Anthony Lukas Prize Project

The winners and finalists of the 2025 Lukas Prizes have been announced.

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