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Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with Concentration in Science and Environment

Shorelight Group - University of Alaska Fairbanks

USA,Alaska

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 29,190/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Alaska

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1917

Total Students: 7,451 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

505 S Chandalar, Fairbanks, AK 99775, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with Concentration in Science and Environment

Program Overview

The science and environmental journalism program equips students with a unique skill set increasingly valued in the nation's newsrooms and other communication entities. There has never been a greater need for smart, courageous journalists with a passion for the public interest and the ability to tell stories about science, technology, health and environmental issues. Though the program focuses on science and environmental journalism, the skills learned pursuing this degree apply to a wide variety of fields both in media and in public communication.

In addition to the solid academic foundation delivered in the classroom, students receive practical experience working in media on and off campus. Students complete their required professional media internships at various radio and television stations, newspapers, public information offices and other media-related businesses and organizations in and outside Alaska.

The department runs several laboratory facilities, including a digital newsroom and photography lab, dedicated audio and video bays, an advanced video editing/digital printing lab and a photography studio.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 29,190 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of Alaska Fairbanks

CAD 11,990 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 55.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
No Scholarships offerred to International Students Please note that this is a Member University if student wants to enquire about the available scholarship they need to directly connect with the university/Department

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.