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Colleges for journalism: J-schools, scholarships & deadlines 2026–27

Most journalism schools admit you through the main application — but scholarship and early dates can come first. Here’s each step, from each school’s official page.

3 programs

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University of Missouri Missouri School of Journalism
Scholarship dateNo separate form
Priority date
University application (priority)Dec 1 · 26d Apply by Dec 1 to be considered for J-School merit scholarships

Source: journalism.missouri.edu · checked Nov 5, 2026

Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications
Regular Decision
Regular Decision
Early DecisionNov 1 · passed Binding
ApplicationJan 4 · 60d By 11:59 pm your local time
Financial aidFeb 1 · 88d Regular Decision aid deadline

Source: admissions.northwestern.edu · checked Nov 5, 2026

Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications
Early Decision II
Regular Decision (ED II same date)
Early Decision INov 1 · passed Binding
Application (ED II or Regular)Jan 5 · 61d Same date for Early Decision II and Regular Decision

Source: syracuse.edu · checked Nov 5, 2026

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