Shared Undergraduate to Graduate (UG2G) Master's Degree in Journalism

If you are an undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor's degree at Michigan State University, you may apply for the Shared Undergraduate to Graduate (UG2G) in Journalism master's program. You can complete a master's degree in a shorter amount of time while also saving money on tuition and other associated costs.

The UG2G program allows undergraduates at MSU to use 9 credits of qualifying 400-level courses (journalism courses preferred) toward the 31 credits required for our master's degree.

Program Policies

  • Students initiate interest in the UG2G Program by completing the Request for Shared Enrollment Status form.
  • The form can be completed once the student has achieved 56 credits.
  • Students must submit the form before beginning any shared course work.
  • Upon entering their final year of their bachelor's program, students will then apply for admission to the master's program.
  • Students must complete their first bachelor's degree prior to beginning the master's program.
  • Completion of the form does not guarantee future admission into the master's program.
  • Full details can be found in the Academic Programs catalog.

Student Planning

There are three significant pieces when considering applying for the Shared Program:

  1. Any time after you have completed 56 credits, you can fill out the Request for Shared Enrollment Status form to indicate your interest in the UG2G program. There is no commitment or anything to lose by filling out and submitting the form.
  2. You can count up to 9 credits toward both your bachelor's and master's degree programs. You must submit the Request for Shared Enrollment Status form BEFORE taking these 9 credits during your bachelor's program.
  3. In your last year of your bachelor's degree, you will apply for the master's degree program for the semester following your bachelor's degree completion.

Scenarios

  • You are currently enrolled in Fall 2024, you will reach 120 credits and graduate in Spring 2025, you should apply now!
  • You are currently enrolled in Fall 2024, you will reach 120 credits and graduate in Fall 2025, you should wait and apply in Spring 2025.
  • You are currently enrolled in Fall 2024, you will reach 120 credits and graduate in Spring 2026, you should wait and apply in Fall 2025.

Further Assistance

If you still have questions, please consult Nicole Bond, Academic Program Coordinator, for guidance.