Earn a Communications Degree at Drake University.

Make a Difference as a Storyteller

Our world is connected by communication. And your words can spark a meaningful change. We are global thinkers ready to make a difference through storytelling. And at Drake University, we lay the groundwork for you to do the same. You’ll immerse yourself in a media-rich environment surrounded by lifetime mentors ready to teach you their craft.

Explore programs in:

• Public Relations
• Open Communications
• Digital Media
• Multimedia Journalism
• and more!

For the Future

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication offers innovative degrees focused on public relations, open communications, digital media, and multimedia journalism.

The only private accredited program in the Midwest.
Drake is home to one of only 17 programs in the country accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. Our program must meet rigorous standards to maintain its accreditation — which means you can count on an exceptional education.

Gain practical experience.
You’ll connect your coursework with hands-on experiences like unique internships and apprenticeships and training on equipment used in the real world, like our TV studio and podcasting booths. You’ll graduate ready to jump into your field and start making your mark.

Test scores only tell part of the story.
Drake offers a test-flexible application. You can choose not to submit ACT/SAT scores and instead take part in an interview. We’re looking for inspired trailblazers and innovators to join our campus — and we know you’re more than a test score.

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