JOURNALISM, COMMUNICATIONS AND CREATIVITY
Generations of Jayhawk media innovators are making their mark around the globe in journalism, communications and marketing. Come be the next.
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Transforming today's students into tomorrow's leaders, creators, thinkers and agents of change
Through experiential learning pathways, our graduates are educated, ethical
and enlightened communicators forging the future of the media industry
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We offer a full range of degrees, from undergraduate to master's to doctoral, with certificates, minors, online and programs for working professionals
Bachelor's
Choose from concentrations in multimedia journalism, digital marketing communications, media arts & production or specialize in sports media
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Master's
Graduate options include MSJ, online Digital Content Strategy or Integrated Marketing Communication for working professionals
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Doctorate
Our graduates produce illuminating research that explores and explains media industry issues around the globe
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$950,000 in Scholarships
Yes, this year the J-School awarded more than $950,000 in scholarships to students. Learn how we help students navigate tuition, get scholarships and financial aid, and hear what our students say about how J-School scholarships helped them succeed.
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Find Your Place Here
Schedule a visit to check out the recent $5 million renovation of our historic building on Jayhawk Boulevard and meet our amazing faculty, staff and students. You also can schedule an in-person or Zoom appointment with one of our recruiters. E-mail jmcrecruitment@ku.edu or call 785-864-7620.
Get In The Game
You can start right away with our sports media opportunities in reporting, play by play, multimedia, marketing, production or public relations. Our students have worked with professionals at ESPN, MLB.com, the Kansas City Chiefs, The Washington Post, KU Athletics and local media outlets.
Make Your Mark
We have amazing opportunities for students interested in news but also marketing, public relations, social media, video and advertising. The University Daily Kansan, The Agency, KUJH-TV, Media Crossroads, Ad Club and PRSSA allow students to immerse themselves in every facet of the media industry.
Jayhawk Journalist Stories
Journalism Student leads growing KU Swift Society
Senior KU School of Journalism student Alexis Greenberg is the founder of the KU Swift Society. It's one of KU's newest clubs and quickly growing in popularity.
Fall Sports Kickoff
The JMC School hosted the Fall Sports Kickoff to celebrate the launch of a new concentration, Sports Media & Society. Alumni, faculty, staff and students gathered for a celebration that featured panel discussions, food and fun.
JMC alum interviews movie stars for social media campaign
Emma Greenwood (j'21) had the opportunity to represent her company, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, on the orange carpet during the Garfield movie premiere in May. Greenwood called her experience at the premier interviewing movie stars such as Chris Pratt an “exhilarating and unforgettable experience.”
Recent News
Schlichting's YouTube series captures history of Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska
Over the summer, Schlichting interviewed and filmed many members of her tribe—the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska. The living history she captured celebrates the tribe’s culture, resilience and history and serves as an archive for future generations.
Five JMC School students selected for 2025 Millennium Fellowship
Taylor Doyle, Antoniqué Flemons, Jaden Huehl, Hannah Loub and Sydney Wynia were selected for the 2025 Millennium Fellowship. The fellowship is a leadership development program overseen by the Millennium Campus Network (MCN) in partnership with United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI).
23 Faculty and Graduate Students to Present at 2025 AEJMC Conference
Twenty-three faculty and students from the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications are presenting their research studies, teaching best practices, and creative projects at the 108th annual conference of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC). The AEJMC conference will be held at the...
Five Questions with Dr. Michelle Keller, DIMC Program Director
Keller took the reins of the Digital Integrated Marketing Communications graduate program in June 2025. She is also a professor of the practice in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Get to know Keller in this question-and-answer series.