Journalism

Have you ever dreamt of becoming a reporter? The free press in the United States has played a crucial role in our development as a nation and a society. Journalists continue to exert influence as they inform, educate, and entertain us. With the 24/7 news cycle, there is more need than ever for trained journalists to produce quality content. If you have a strong desire to cover current events and trends while communicating with the public, choosing a career in journalism could be your first big break.

Our Journalism program is designed to help you start your career as a reporter or editor, whether you are a new student or someone with a degree in a different area who is shifting career goals. Instructors with real-world experience will teach you general, practical, and marketable skills that will enable you to seek entry-level employment in news and feature writing for newspapers, magazines, community journals, online websites, and radio and television. By the time you graduate from the Journalism program, you will have created a portfolio of published articles demonstrating your ability to write news and feature stories.

Take the first step on the path to your new career as a member of the free press, and enroll in the Journalism program.

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

Associate Degrees and University Transfer
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Journalism and New Media Studies