Meet Medill

The best way to learn about Medill is to interact with our students, faculty and staff. We have several virtual events where you can learn more about the Medill Master of Science in Journalism (MSJ) program. We'll continue to update this page as more events are added. We hope to meet you soon.

Information sessions

During our virtual information sessions, you will talk with an admissions counselor and learn more about the application process. You may also meet faculty, current students or alums who can answer your questions about how our program can help you achieve your career goals. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email Assistant Director Ryan Hays.

We also host webinars on specific topics related to the MSJ program and the application process.

Register to attend an MSJ Info Session

Virtual Admissions office hours

We invite you to drop in for a virtual one-on-one admission counseling appointment to get answers to your questions about the application process, requirements and graduate journalism program before the application deadline. Please note, this is informal. This is not an information session.

Register to attend MSJ virtual office hours

Medill on the Road

We travel to events all over the world and we look forward to meeting and talking with you. Here's a list of upcoming opportunities to meet a Medill representative.

Chicago Campus Visit Days

Visiting Medill's Chicago campus is one of the best ways to get a feel for our program and community.

Campus visits give you the opportunity to talk to an admissions director, learn more about the graduate journalism program and take a tour of our Chicago facilities.

Reserve your spot for Chicago Campus Visit Day

Unable to visit in-person? Take a virtual tour of the Medill Chicago space with Associate Dean of Journalism Beth Bennett.

Please note that in light of COVID-19 and social distancing policies, we have selected specific dates and times in which in-person instruction at Medill Chicago is at a minimum. In accordance with Northwestern University's COVID-19 protocols, all visitors must follow established safety protocols. Northwestern is pleased to be able to offer free COVID-19 rapid antigen testing for all campus visitors.

Additional Admissions Resources

Specialization Overviews