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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.
 

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M.S. Stabile

Delivers top-caliber investigative reporting, essential for thriving in today’s fast-changing media landscape. Apply with no fee by December 15. 

M.A. Politics students reporting on the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election in Scranton, PA.
M.A. Politics

A concentrated program aimed to teach students how to think more deeply about social and politics affairs. Apply with no fee by January 5.

Fellowships & Programs

Deeply immersive, specialized training for nondegree students 

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Knight-Bagehot Fellowship

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

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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.

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.

CJS by the Numbers

88

Different companies where the Class of 2024 landed jobs.

79%

Of the Class of 2024 had career plans after graduation.
 

15

Awards won at the 2024 Emmys by faculty and alumni.

112

Years of excellence in journalism education – and counting.

7

Degrees and fellowships offered exclusively at CJS.

100+

Countries around the world where alumni report top stories.
 

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Columbia Journalism at a Glance

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Global, influential, innovative: a vibrant community from nearly 50 countries.

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3 MacArthur fellowships, 11 Pulitzer Prizes, 15 Emmys and more won by industry-leading faculty.

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Home to the largest journalism job fair in the U.S., hosting over 130 companies.

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Center of cutting-edge concepts, teaching how to employ AI for public good.

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Building community with over a dozen affinity groups for students.

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Opening doors to journalism with grants, scholarships and LRAP.

“If you are going to ask me what makes us who we are,
I am going to tell you every time it is community.”

— Jelani Cobb, Dean and Henry R. Luce Professor of Journalism

A Conversation with Dean Jelani Cobb

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