Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Journalism] From St. John's University

Journalists play a vital role in how the public perceives local, national and international events. Careers in journalism require people who are independent, flexible, creative and highly innovative. Successful journalists are exceptional writers who are highly motivated and detail oriented.

You can prepare for these exciting opportunities by earning your Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from St. John?s University. Offered by the College of Professional Studies, the program prepares students for careers in all facets of Journalism, including print, broadcast and the Internet.

Competition for jobs is fierce in large metropolitan and national newspapers, broadcast stations and networks and magazines. Talented writers who can handle highly specialized scientific or technical subjects will have an advantage and St. John?s can provide you with that advantage.

Career Outcomes

The Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Journalism prepares students for success in this exciting field by helping them to meet these critical objectives:

• Gaining hands-on experience through internships at professional newspapers, magazines, public relations firms, advertising agencies, wire services, television or radio stations, broadcast networks or Internet news sites.
• Acquiring a comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the established writing formats for all journalistic media.
• Developing skills in researching and reporting news stories and gathering pertinent information.
• Gaining preparation for graduate work in journalism and related fields