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Step 1
Find out what kind of journalism you would like to specialize in. Most schools offer degrees in broadcast, print, public relations and multimedia.
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Step 2
Make a list of possible journalism schools that fit the college demographic you are looking for in terms of location, size, education level of professors, and technological advancement. Go to the school's websites and determine if they fit your expectations of a journalism school.
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Step 3
Look at each school's curriculum. Make sure the classes include a news writing, web design, photography and a video production class regardless the discipline you choose to pursue. All forms of media have moved toward being multimedia, and as a result, employers require future employees to be able to work across disciplines.
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Step 4
Look at the list of professors, where they went to school and what their disciplines are. Email or call the professor(s) who interest you the most.
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Step 5
If given the chance, visit the school and look at the facilities and technology available. Choose the school you think is on the cutting of technology.
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Step 6
Choose a school that has a radio station, television station, multi-media website and newspaper attached to the journalism school. These schools will give you a chance to work across mediums and make you more marketable after college.
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Step 7
Ask the journalism school's admissions counselor to suggest a student mentor for you. Mentors can help familiarizes you with the expectations for journalism school.
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Step 8
Find out where most graduates work or go to school when they have completed their program. Choose a program that has an extensive alumni and industry contact list.
