About Journalism - B.s. in Kent State University
Journalists are reporters, watchdogs, storytellers. The Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism teaches students how to cover real stories that make a difference. Whether using a camera, a microphone, a smartphone or a laptop, students become journalists by doing journalism inside and outside the classroom.
Gaining critical skills that equip them for storytelling in all its forms, students will practice their craft in Kent State’s award-winning student media. Working with these outlets, students will learn how to engage audiences where they “live,” on TV, radio, online, social media and in print.
Journalism students will produce news and feature content on visual, digital and emerging platforms, and they’ll apply what they’ve learned as part of the required professional internship.
With a grounding in ethics and an understanding of media’s role in democratic society, students graduate prepared to continue as journalists or apply their skills to other professions that value critical thinking, information gathering and the ability to make sense of it for others.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
Kent State University Highlights
Type |
Public |
Campus setting |
Urban |
Total enrolment (full time) |
38,000 approximately |
Registration fee (for international students) |
USD 70 |
English proficiency test scores accepted |
IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test |
Financial aid |
Scholarships, Assistantships, Grants, Loans |
Accommodation |
Available |
Kent State University Annual Cost to Attend
Fee |
Cost |
Ohio Resident Tuition |
$10,602 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
Other Fees |
$0 |
Room and Board |
$11,706 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,162 |
Total One Year Cost |
$26,670 |
Fee |
Cost |
Out of State Resident Tuition |
$19,478 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
Other Fees |
$0 |
Room and Board |
$11,706 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,162 |
Total One Year Cost |
$35,546 |