HOW DO I BECOME A MAJOR?

Students must apply to the Journalism Department to become majors. Click here to access applications. They must do so by the end of the third full week of classes in the fall or spring semester. A student who is not accepted initially may reapply in subsequent semesters. Forms can be obtained in the Journalism Department Student Resource Center, Oak Hall 457.

Students must meet the following two requirements:

• Successful completion of at least 39 credits. (Students who are members in good standing of the University Honors Program may apply after completing 23 credits at UConn.)
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.8

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• Successful performance on a timed writing exercise administered by the department. Applicants taking the test must show mastery of the fundamental tools of writing, including spelling, grammar and syntax. The applicant's academic record and goals also will be considered.

Download Plan of Study Forms below (in pdf).

More information for Journalism Majors can be found on the General Information page.

Information about internships & jobs can now be found at: http://www.journalisminternships.uconn.edu