Why major in journalism at Missouri State?
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Do real reporting
Go hands-on, early in your college career. Get published at The Standard or go on-air at Ozarks News Brief.
Build your clips, win awards
Have a body of work that highlights your best reporting and impresses potential employers. Showcase your content and win awards at competitions.
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Receive effective feedback
Small class sizes help you build close relationships with the people who teach you.
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Be a multimedia journalist
Learn the best strategies for print, broadcast and digital reporting. Work for newspapers, TV stations or online news organizations.
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Careers and outcomes
With a journalism degree, you can make a living from your writing and storytelling.
And not just in news.
Degree options
Already have a major?
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Fast-track toward a master’s degree
Start on your master’s degree as you finish your bachelor’s degree.