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Journalism

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Study Journalism at Fordham

About the journalism major

At Fordham, you’ll have the unparalleled opportunity to study journalism in New York City— home to global news outlets, prestigious publications, and major media organizations.

As a journalism major, you’ll learn to report quickly, accurately, ethically, and with compassion—in the classroom and out in the field. You’ll interview subjects, shoot and edit video content, write stories, and learn from Emmy Award-winning journalists and former newsroom leaders. 

Our graduates go on to … 

  • global media organizations
  • television newsrooms 
  • publishing companies

 

Journalism program profile

  • Rose Hill CampusMajor
    Rose Hill
  • Rose Hill CampusMinor
    Rose Hill
  • Lincoln Center CampusMajor
    Lincoln Center
  • Lincoln Center CampusMinor
    Lincoln Center

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Journalism that Matters

Colby McCaskill

Student Journalists Recognized in NPR Podcast Contest                    

Three students earned honors in NPR’s College Podcast Challenge for powerful stories on family and identity. Discover how these journalists are shaping the future of audio storytelling.

Two Fordham students stand on stage at the 46th annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards

At Emmys, Students Take Center Stage                    

At the News and Documentary Emmy Awards, these students stepped into the spotlight. See how this hands-on experience connected them with industry icons and future career opportunities.

Brianna Leverty

How to Become a TV Producer                    

Brianna Leverty is making waves as a CBS Mornings producer. See how her background in sports reporting at WFUV prepared her to help tell the day’s biggest stories.

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Journalism Program FAQ

  • In the journalism program at Fordham, you’ll learn what it means to be a successful and ethically minded journalist in a rapidly evolving field. Beyond the fundamentals of reporting, interviewing, and creating digital content, you might dive deeper into media of the past in courses like the History of Women’s Magazines or focus on current events with courses like Breaking News Reporting.

  • With New York City as your college town, you’ll have unmatched access to some of the biggest names in news, communications, and media. Here are just some of the places journalism majors have interned:

    • The Wall Street Journal
    • TIME
    • ABC News and ABC Sports
    • MSNBC

  • You’ll be prepared for careers in writing, broadcasting, media, and communications to name a few. Our rigorous curriculum will expose you to unique perspectives and prepare you to report clearly and effectively for the greater good.

  • At Fordham, you’ll use AI as a tool to enhance your learning. Our program will equip you with the skills to navigate the ever-changing landscape of AI in the workforce. As a journalism major, you might use AI to help analyze complex documents and pursue data-driven investigative stories.

    You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

    Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence and integrity.

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