Program: Digital Communication and Multimedia Journalism B.A. – University of South Florida – Acalog ACMS™

University Admissions

Admission to the University is based on the University’s Undergraduate Admission Requirements that may be found by clicking on the following urls:

• Freshman: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/freshmen/admission-information/requirements-deadlines.aspx
• Transfer: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/transfer/admission-information/index.aspx
• International: https://www.usf.edu/admissions/international/admission-information/index.aspx

For Admission information specific to the College of Arts & Sciences, see the information at College of Arts and Sciences .

State Mandated Common Course Prerequisites

• ENC X101 English I – 3 credit hours
• ENC X102 English II – 3 credit hours
• MMC X540 or MMC XXXX – 3 credit hours

FOR ALL MAJORS: Students are strongly encouraged to select required lower division electives that will enhance their general education coursework and that will support their intended baccalaureate degree program. Students should consult with an academic advisor in their major degree area.

Note: A grade of ‘C’ or higher is required for all common prerequisites.

Required Courses: (27 credit hours)

GPA Requirements

A minimum adjusted grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on all coursework taken at USF and an overall 2.0 GPA average on all college-level coursework.

Grading Requirements

A 2.5 GPA in Digital Communication and Multimedia Journalism coursework is required for graduation.

D/F Policy

A grade of “D” or “F” will not be counted toward meeting major requirements.

Residency Requirements

Registration and successful completion of at least thirty (30) of the last sixty (60) credit hours.

Foreign Language Requirements

Sign Language may be used as an option for students to fulfill the Foreign Language EXIT requirement.

Research Opportunities

Undergraduate students in any degree program are able to participate in undergraduate research. Several options exist to show mentored undergraduate research activity on a student’s official transcript. Those who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements. If no credit is needed, students may be eligible to enroll in the 0-credit IDS 4914  course. This course will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. The Office of Undergraduate Research is able to assist with further inquiries.

Other Information

Most Digital Communication and Multimedia Journalism courses have prerequisites as specified in the course descriptions (these prerequisites are separate from the State Mandated Common Prerequisites for program admission listed below). Refer to each prerequisite listed to determine progressive prerequisites for each course. Students should also note that the Digital Communication and Multimedia Journalism major is a four-semester program at a minimum and the majority of courses are offered only during the day.

All material submitted by students as assignments in writing, reporting, editing, photography and electronic news gathering and production classes is subject to publication or broadcast. The Department uses a variety of online, print and electronic media outlets.

Students are required to complete a minimum of 72 credit hours outside the major.

Advising Information

USF students schedule advising appointments online through USF Archivum Platform.   Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each semester to discuss courses planning, degree progression, and career preparation. 

St Pete Campus Website: https://www.usfsp.edu/academic-advising/
For questions, email [email protected].