Journalism & Public Relations

Transfer Program

At IPFW, you may complete two years of course work toward the Bachelor of Arts degree offered by the Indiana University School of Journalism at both the Bloomington and Indianapolis campuses.

While at IPFW, you may take courses in the fundamental skills requirements in writing, mathematics, and foreign language; distribution requirements in arts and humanities, natural and mathematical sciences, and social and behavioral sciences; and a maximum of 12 credits in journalism core courses (JOUR J110, J200, J210, J300) or electives.

Internships and special course approvals are arranged through the IPFW journalism coordinator. Scholarships are available for declared journalism majors for the freshman year at IPFW and for subsequent years throughout the IU system. The application process begins in January.

Minor in Journalism

To earn the journalism minor you must complete each course with a grade of C or better and must complete at least 8 credits as resident credit at IPFW.  Below are the 2011-2012 requirements.*

*Please refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin under which you were admitted.

Minor in Public Relations

To earn the public relations minor, you must complete each course with a grade of C or better and must complete at least 11 credits as resident credit at IPFW.  Below are the 2011-2012 requirements.*

*Please refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin under which you were admitted.