Accelerated Master's Program

Students can earn an undergraduate journalism degree and a graduate journalism degree at Medill in five years through our Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP). Through AMP, you earn a master’s degree in three quarters instead of four quarters. AMP students will begin the program during the Winter quarter (January). Current students interested in AMP are required to schedule a meeting with their academic adviser. You must confer your undergraduate degree before starting the graduate program. You will be eligible for graduate scholarships and graduate financial aid while enrolled in the graduate program.

Contact

To schedule your required AMP advising meeting, please schedule an appointment through ConnectNU with the undergraduate adviser you work with in Medill Student Affairs and Academic Advising.

For application questions, please contact Julie Collins in Medill's Office of Graduate Admissions and Financial Aid.

AMP allowed me to fully enjoy my undergrad experience--I was involved in student groups and was able to study abroad before making a smooth transition to the MSJ program, which opened up so many opportunities for professional development.
Ashley Hackett (BSJ19, MSJ19)