Master of Mass Communication, MMC

Why study mass communication at the Cronkite School?

Develop your professional portfolio

The Cronkite School has pioneered the hands-on “teaching hospital” model of journalism education. Students learn to produce content from day one using text, photo, video, audio, social and immersive media. They graduate with portfolios of award-winning work distributed by media partners across the country.

Define your own focus

Students can explore opportunities in journalism, strategic communications, media leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary research among many other disciplines. Choose from more than a dozen capstone experiences in Phoenix, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.

Graduate funding available

All applicants are considered for Cronkite fellowships, assistantships and scholarships. Dec. 1 is the priority deadline for funding.

Learn from world-renowned faculty

Learn from award-winning journalists, digital strategists, media innovators and industry leaders at the Cronkite School.

Bilingual opportunities

Find opportunities to report in English and Spanish on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border and beyond.

Accelerate your career trajectory

The Cronkite Career Services team and the Cronkite Nation alumni network are here to support you in advancing a thrilling career.