Journalism Major at George Fox University

As a journalism major, you will learn from professors who know you by name. Study Journalism at George Fox, a top Christian college in the United States.

The journalism major at George Fox addresses the seismic changes occurring in journalism today. Offered in a Christian college setting, the journalism major at George Fox explores the ongoing journalism transition to new and emerging media. Classes are built upon the foundation of good journalistic principles: solid writing, thorough investigative reporting, accuracy, and high ethical standards.

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George Fox seeks students who would like to influence the direction journalism takes in this time of media transition. The four-year, 39-credit-hour degree will prepare students to pursue careers in newspaper and magazine publication, broadcast journalism, and editing, among other fields.

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What we offer …

  • Small classes

    Our small classes allow students to benefit from frequent one-to-one mentoring. The university’s 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio allows for plenty of personal attention.

  • Broad curriculum

    Students take a liberal-arts curriculum that helps broaden perspectives and contributes to an appreciation and understanding of all aspects of society. All classes are taught from a Christian worldview where faith is integrated with learning.

  • Faculty expertise

    Our professors are published authors who specialize in a wide range of writing styles, from poetry and science fiction to journalism, composition and autobiographical writing.

  • Global opportunities

    More than two-thirds of George Fox undergraduate students participate in an international experience. The university ranks among the top 40 out of 1,400 American colleges in study-abroad participation.

  • National recognition

    George Fox University is the only Christian university in the Pacific Northwest classified by U.S. News & World Report as a national university, and Forbes ranks George Fox highest among Christian colleges in the country.

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