Here is an overview of the graduate program in journalism at West Virginia University. You can earn it at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, West Virginia University as a strong choice for journalism, ranked #75 out of 206 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Journalism Schools | 75 of 206 |
| Best Journalism Schools in West Virginia | 1 of 2 |
| Best Journalism Schools in the Southeast Region | 13 of 46 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in journalism at West Virginia University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 148 |
| Master’s | 8 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, West Virginia University awarded 8 master’s degrees in journalism.
West Virginia University has not been ranked for journalism at the master’s level.
Average full-time graduate tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,302 | $22,365 |
Learn more about West Virginia University tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 62% of journalism master’s degrees went to men and 38% went to women.
The majority of journalism master’s degree graduates at West Virginia University were White. About 62% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a master’s in journalism.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at West Virginia University. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Journalism | 148 |