Introduction
Digital Media and Journalism Major
With a major in digital media and journalism at Saint Mary’s, students will explore how digital content is created and used in strategic communication efforts.
This program also gives students a broad view of digital communication, including multimedia production, graphic design, social media, and online journalism. Degree candidates are given internship opportunities, offering them real-world experience and a direct connection to professionals in the field.
Career Options
Content marketers; graphic designers; social media specialists; multimedia producers; publishers; journalists.
High School Preparation
Business; Computer Applications; English; Journalism; Art.
Enhance Your Experience
Students who major in digital media and journalism oftentimes pursue additional studies in public relations, business, strategic communication, and English.
Digital Media and Journalism Minor
The digital media and journalism minor is an exciting mix of courses in web design, graphic design, news writing, social media, multimedia production, and more. Students will get a broad view of how digital content is created and used in strategic communication efforts. Expectations for communication professionals are increasing and this new curriculum not only reflects these changes but also makes graduates more desirable in the job market and better prepared for career advancement.
Degree Requirements
Digital Media and Journalism Major, B.A.
A. Communication Core:
AR203 Graphic Design I (3 credits)
COM111 Introduction to Mass Communication (3 credits)
COM150 Social and New Media Communication (3 credits)
COM201 Beginning Newswriting (3 credits)
COM308 Editing (3 credits)
COM350 Multimedia Production (3 credits)
COM488 Contemporary Issues in Mass Communication (3 credits)
COM490 Senior Portfolio Development (1 credit)
COM496/497 Internship: Communication (1–17 credits)
E295 Practical Grammar (2 credits)
B. All of the following:
AR288 Web Design I (3 credits)
COM301 Advanced News writing (3 credits)
COM331 Public Affairs Journalism (3 credits)
COM352 Digital and Social Analytics (3 credits)
COM410 Communication Law (3 credits)
MK217 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
C. Any two of the following:
AR315 Graphic Design II (3 credits)
AR350 Photo Processes (3 credits)
AR452 Motion Design (3 credits)
COM230 Principles of Public Relations (3 credits)
Digital Media and Journalism Minor
A. All of the following:
AR203 Graphic Design I (3 credits)
AR288 Web Design I (3 credits)
COM201 Beginning Newswriting (3 credits)
B. 9 Upper-division credits approved by the Department of Communication Chair
Tuition, Room, Board, and Fees
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is committed to making college accessible and affordable.
We strive to keep tuition and fees as low as possible while delivering an excellent private education. Approximately 99 percent of all undergraduates receive some form of financial aid.
2019-20 Tuition & Fees
Tuition*: $36,050
Room**: $5,230
Board: $4,120
Activity fee: $170
Technology fee: $370
Laundry fee: $80
* Additional tuition for 3+2 PA Program $3,550
** Additional fee for the following residences:
Village Apts., Gilmore Creek Hall $200
Bishops Hall, Brother William Hall, Hillside Hall, La Salle Hall, and Brother Leopold Hall Doubles $400
Brother Leopold Hall Singles and All Apts. $600
Additional Fees (if applicable)
Per credit instruction $1,200
Per credit audit $600
Foreign study fee:
London $1,420
All others $650
Commencement fee $190 (2019-2020 graduates)
Late registration (per class) $50 (after add/drop period)
N.S.F./Returned check or A.C.H. $20
Deposit
New students who have been admitted are asked to confirm their attendance by sending a $300 non-refundable deposit to the university. Returning students must pay a $250 housing deposit prior to housing registration. This deposit is credited to the student's account.
Fall Application Timelines
Rolling Admission
International students are encouraged to apply by July 1st of each calendar year for the Fall semester. We offer plenty of scholarships and financial awards available for international first-time freshmen and transfer students at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.
Students who submit and complete their admission file by July 1st will be reviewed and receive an admission decision 1-2 weeks after submitting their admission file.
