Broadcast, Documentary, & Film - Major
Learn how television and radio broadcasts are made - from rough drafts to final cuts - in the broadcast media program.
Professional Experience and Award-Winning Programs
Studying in the journalism program at USU enables students to take advantage of extensive opportunities that teach professional, hands-on media literacy skills. Students will have access to internships and full radio and television broadcasting stations to help them take their skills from the classroom into the real world.
Journalism & Communication Tracks
Print Journalism (Online) - Major
You can earn your print journalism degree completely online and learn to ethically and effectively tell stories while taking care of family, working, or traveling the world.
Print Journalism - Major
Build stories that help people understand their communities and the world around them. Learn to enlighten, entertain and dig for details.
Public Relations - Major
Develop skills to manage public perception of organizations, gain professional experience and prepare for careers in image building and media relations.
Social Media - Major
This program lays a foundation of theory and ethics to help build competent and creative social media professionals.
Digital Writing and Publication
The Digital Writing and Publication certificate program introduces students to competencies required to begin producing written work in a digital format.
Program Highlights
How Operation Underground Railroad's Brody Bolerjack Found Success in a Journalism Degree
Bolerjack graduated with a Journalism degree with an emphasis in public relations in 2019. His time at Utah State involved playing for the men’s lacrosse team, serving as the philanthropy chair for Sigma Chi fraternity and a lot of basketball.
Public Relations; a swish for Ashley
In her words, “I’ve been able to dip my toe in a bunch of things.” As the Utah State University assistant media relations coordinator for mens basketball, volley and softball.
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Students can gain professional experience by writing for USU publications and producing television and radio programs.
Aggie Radio
Aggie Radio is Utah State University's student-run radio station, available to listen to online and throughout Cache Valley. The station broadcasts music, radio plays, sports events and a host of other programs.
Aggie TV
Learn the process of creating high-quality television programs and gain hands-on experience with professional broadcasting equipment.
Internships
The journalism and communication studies department's internship program is designed to help students enrich their education, gain practical experience, and earn credit towards their degrees.
Public Relations Student Society of America
The Public Relations Student Society of America's mission is to provide exceptional service to our members by enhancing their education, broadening their professional network and helping launch their careers after graduation. The vision of PRSSA is to asp...
Society of Professional Journalists
Join other award-winning journalists through developing student-produced journalistic writing and broadcasts.
The Eagle (USU Eastern)
The Eagle, an award-winning publication, is the college voice on USU's Price campus. Students can gain experience in developing and producing news reports, podcasts and more.
The Utah Statesman
Join the award-winning publication dedicated to covering the interests of USU students, the campus community and overall news of Cache Valley.
Utah Public Radio
Utah Public Radio is an NPR-member radio station and service of USU. Students can create broadcasts and gain experience running a professional radio broadcasting station.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Utah State University offers many options for financial aid, including university level scholarships and aid available to specific colleges and majors.