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 splecific 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
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 an upcoming 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, including masking indoors. Northwestern is pleased to be able to offer free COVID-19 rapid antigen testing for all campus visitors.
Additional Admissions Resources
| Name | Link |
| Master of Science in Journalism Information Session | Watch |
| Master of Science in Journalism Competitive Application Tips | Watch |
Specialization Overviews
| Name | Link |
| Health, Environment and Science | Watch |
| Magazine | Watch |
| Media Innovation and Content Strategy | Watch |
| Medill Investigative Lab (Chicago + Washington D.C.) | Watch |
| Medill Investigative Program (Chicago) | Watch |
| Politics, Policy and Foreign Affairs | Watch |
| Social Justice | Watch |
| Sports Media | Watch |
| Video and Broadcast | Watch |