Write Your Own Story
Earn your master's degree in Journalism & Media Studies 100% online.
Take control of your career and enhance your digital media, research, writing and business skills with a Master of Arts in Journalism & Media Studies. Tailor the degree program with electives that help you hone your craft according to your personal and professional goals.
Where Legends Log In
Our faculty include award-winning researchers and industry professionals with decades of experience who are committed to seeing students succeed. The faculty who teach on UA’s main campus are the same faculty who teach in the online program. Whether you’re looking to begin or advance your career in journalism, you’ll benefit from their expertise and mentorship.
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UA graduate and professional creative director Jamie Cole discusses his experience in UA’s Master of Arts in Journalism & Media Studies online degree program.
UA Online Is Affordable
We believe a quality education should be available at an accessible cost. Our students all benefit from the same distance learning tuition rate, regardless of their state of residency. Financial aid and scholarships are also available for those who qualify.
First Class Free Tuition Grants
We offer multiple tuition grants that cover the tuition cost of your first class. Find out if you qualify for one, and let us show you why UA Online is your best choice in higher education.
Designed for UA alumni returning to earn their next degree with UA Online.
Benefitting prospective students referred by a UA Online student or alum.
Supporting faculty and staff members from Alabama or partner community colleges enrolling in a UA Online degree program.
You must meet the grant’s specific requirements, apply by the deadline and be in your first semester in one of our online programs.
UA Online and other departments also offer scholarships exclusively for distance students. For more information, visit our scholarships and grants page.
The UA Online Advantage
The Same Degree
A degree earned online from UA is identical to one earned on our main campus! The online format allows you the flexibility to meet life's other demands while you complete your degree. Graduates of our online programs are invited to participate in the same commencement ceremonies as main campus students.
A Respected University
Join a community of legends when you earn a degree from The University of Alabama. With graduates around the globe, the University has a robust alumni network who will greet you with that familiar "Roll Tide" when they find out you're part of the family.
Military Friendly
Our Military Tuition Grant covers tuition costs not paid by military tuition assistance for active-duty military, National Guard and reserve service members pursuing a degree through UA Online. The University of Alabama is a gold-level Tier 1 Research Institution Military Friendly® School, an unlimited Yellow Ribbon School and a top Veteran-Friendly School.
Student Support Services
Your success is why UA Online exists. We provide student success coaches, 24/7 tech support, access to all libraries, mental health services, trainings, workshops and more to keep you on track to achieve your goals.
Take Your Next Step
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