Our graduates are hired and desired by top employers, including the best news outlets in the country.
The University of Maryland's nationally renowned Philip Merrill College of Journalism provides elite training in the skills you need for a successful career in journalism, media and countless other fields. Here, at a small college, you’ll receive personalized attention from our forward-thinking faculty while capitalizing on all the benefits of a Big Ten university that ranks among the nation's best.
You'll receive real-world experience from day one, learn modern tools that apply to almost any field and have the experience of a lifetime going to college on the doorstep of Washington, D.C.
Award-Winning Faculty
Learn from our nationally recognized faculty with a combined 11 Pulitzer Prizes and five Peabody Awards.
Research
Explore our research into news consumers, making the product more valuable, making the business model more sustainable and much more.
Inclusive Environment
We want every member of our community to belong and be empowered to reach their full potential.
Study Abroad
International experiences bring our students one step closer to understanding media on a global scale.
Internships
Our students regularly land internships at prestigious media outlets to ensure they're ready for the working world of today and tomorrow.
Signature Centers & Organizations
We host and supports a number of centers and organizations to expand on academic learning.
After graduatation I learned quickly how well the things I learned at Merrill translated into the working world.
Alexander Glass
Merrill Alum, Owner of Cottage Creative