The Department of Journalism and Media Studies seeks a highly motivated and diverse student body. Admission is not guaranteed, even for students who meet minimum requirements. General writing ability and communication skills, as evidenced in both the personal essay of the application, and success in relevant courses are required. Minimum requirements for admission include completion of at least 15 credits at Rutgers, or 15 transfer credits, with a grade-point average of 2.0 or better; a grade of C or better in the required prerequisite course 04:189:102 Introduction to Media Systems and Processes; a grade of C or better in Expository Writing or an equivalent course or placement; and completion of the application. Grades in other journalism and media studies courses will get particular attention, but applicants are not required to have taken such courses before applying. The review committee may seek evidence of interest in journalism and media studies including extracurricular involvement. Admission to the major in journalism and media studies is coordinated by the dean's office at SCILS and is decided by the department. Students are urged to consult the department staff and the SCILS website for detailed and up-to-date information about application procedures, program requirements, course offerings, and special programs.
