B.A. Degree Requirements

Overview

  • 120 total units to complete degree
  • Minimum 39 units in the major (48 units maximum)
  • 42 of upper-division units total
  • Minor (or dual-major) required

Printable Checklist (Requirements for majors enrolled Fall 2025 - presENT)

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Journalism Requisites

  • To declare a journalism major you must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • Students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher to remain in the major.
  • Students must pass university English Composition Foundations requirements before enrolling in JOUR 205.

Journalism Major - 39 units

The listed requirements are for the 2025-26 catalog year. All students should talk to their adviser about their degree requirements. Click here to schedule an appointment.
 

Putting it Together

Take one course:

Professional Practice

Take one course:

Journalism Electives

Take four electives:

Please see your adviser for planning, as not all courses are offered each semester.