Program Highlights

College
College of Arts and Sciences
Degree
Bachelor of Arts
Course Requirements
120 total credits, with 48 upper-level credits and a minimum of 45 credits in journalism
NMSU Yearly Tuition
Residents: $8,458
Non-Residents: $26,784
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available at the departmental and university level

*NMSU yearly tuition is based on the Undergraduate Flat Rate of enrollment of 15 or more credit hours.

Your voice. Your vision. Your world.

Step into the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of media with the Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies at New Mexico State University. Whether you dream of being an investigative journalist, a social media strategist, a broadcast reporter, or a documentary filmmaker, this dynamic program will equip you with the critical thinking, ethical grounding, and cutting-edge skills needed to thrive in today’s media landscape.

Degree Requirements

Students must complete all University degree requirements, which include: General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits to total at least 120 credits with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above.

To graduate with the BA in Journalism and Media Studies, students must complete a minimum of 45 credits in journalism, and at least 33 of those credits must be in upper-division courses numbered 300 or above.

 
 

What You'll Learn

  • Core principles of journalism, strategic communication, and media literacy
  • Hands-on training in writing, editing, photography, video production, and digital storytelling
  • How media shapes public opinion, culture, and policy
  • Ethical and legal issues in journalism and mass communication

Program Highlights

  • Flexible areas of focus tailored to your interests, including broadcast journalism, mulitmedia journalism, photojournalism, and strategic communication
  • Student media opportunities in real-world settings like TV, online publications, and advertising and public relations agencies
  • Small class sizes with personalized mentorship from faculty with professional industry experience
  • Internships that open doors to careers in newsrooms, agencies, nonprofits, and beyond

Experiential Learning  

We believe in learning by doing. Students in each concentration have the opportunity to practice what they learn at a professional level in our student media programs.

Career Paths

Graduates of the program go on to become successful journalists, content creators, editors, public relations specialists, broadcasters, influencers, graphic designers, advertisers, social media managers, and more. The program is also an excellent foundation for graduate study in communication, law, or public affairs.

Expert Faculty 

At the heart of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies is a team of dedicated faculty and staff who bring years of industry experience and academic expertise to the classroom. Our instructors are passionate about mentoring students and helping them grow into confident media professionals.