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Admission to the MSJ Program

Admission to the MSJ program is limited to holders of baccalaureate or equivalent degrees from institutions of higher learning. Applicants should have combined verbal and quantitative scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Aptitude Test of at least 1000 and overall grade-point averages (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The analytical section of the GRE is not considered for admissions standards. Deadline for application to the MSJ program is March 1. MSJ cohorts begin in the fall semester only. Each applicant must submit to the director of graduate studies in the School of Journalism a statement of purpose (500 words maximum) explaining his or her interest in a graduate journalism degree and professional goals. Applicants must also submit at least two letters of recommendation. In addition, examples of published work (print, broadcast, or multimedia) and other supporting materials will be considered by the admissions committee.

An applicant who doesn't meet the minimum GRE and/or GPA requirement(s) may be accepted only if the low GPA or GRE scores are offset by other factors. Excellent recommendations, unusual grading patterns (e.g., a steady rise of grades), an outstanding statement of purpose, or examples of professional accomplishment sometimes can offset low GRE scores or a low GPA.

Students applying for admission to the M.S.J. program are encouraged to send non-returnable supporting material to the director of graduate studies in the School of Journalism. Examples of published or unpublished writing, research, or photography; a detailed listing of professional media experience or other relevant job experience; and other supporting materials will be considered by the admissions committee. All other materials (e.g., transcripts, GRE scores, application forms) should be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records.

Application
The committee on graduate studies considers all applications for admission. The director of graduate studies advises all students about general problems and concerns, courses to take, projects to undertake, special training to obtain, and appropriate outside areas for study.

Interested applicants should contact Dr. Steve Urbanski, Director of Graduate Studies, at Steve.Urbanski@mail.wvu.edu or 304.293.3505 ext. 5435.

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	Admission to the MSJ Program Admission to the MSJ program is limited to holders of baccalaureate or equivalent degrees from institutions of higher learning. Applicants should have combined verbal and quantitative scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Aptitude Test of at least 1000 and overall grade-point averages (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. The analytical section of the GRE is not considered for admissions standards. Deadline for application to the MSJ program is March 1. MSJ cohorts begin in the fall semester only. Each applicant must submit to the director of graduate studies in the School of Journalism a statement of purpose (500 words maximum) explaining his or her interest in a graduate journalism degree and professional goals. Applicants must also submit at least two letters of recommendation. In addition, examples of published work (print, broadcast, or multimedia) and other supporting materials will be considered by the admissions committee. An applicant who doesn't meet the minimum GRE and/or GPA requirement(s) may be accepted only if the low GPA or GRE scores are offset by other factors. Excellent recommendations, unusual grading patterns (e.g., a steady rise of grades), an outstanding statement of purpose, or examples of professional accomplishment sometimes can offset low GRE scores or a low GPA. Students applying for admission to the M.S.J. program are encouraged to send non-returnable supporting material to the director of graduate studies in the School of Journalism. Examples of published or unpublished writing, research, or photography; a detailed listing of professional media experience or other relevant job experience; and other supporting materials will be considered by the admissions committee. All other materials (e.g., transcripts, GRE scores, application forms) should be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records. Application The committee on graduate studies considers all applications for admission. The director of graduate studies advises all students about general problems and concerns, courses to take, projects to undertake, special training to obtain, and appropriate outside areas for study. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Steve Urbanski, Director of Graduate Studies, at Steve.Urbanski@mail.wvu.edu or 304.293.3505 ext. 5435.