Philip Merrill College of Journalism University of Maryland

The Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland is a higher education institution based in College Park, Maryland. The college employs 88 people and generates an annual revenue of $50 million. Merrill College offers a comprehensive journalism curriculum at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, preparing students for a wide range of careers in journalism, media, research, teaching, and related fields. Their curriculum, focused on both broadcast and multiplatform journalism, is one of the few in the nation dedicated solely to this field. The college enrolls approximately 550 undergraduates and 100 graduate students. The Philip Merrill College of Journalism distinguishes itself through its immersive professional experiences integrated into the curriculum. They operate Capital News Service, one of the country's oldest and strongest student-powered news operations, with bureaus in Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and College Park. Additionally, students produce an evening TV news program broadcast by UMTV to over 400,000 households in the suburban Washington area. Their location provides unmatched access to internships in a top media market, offering students invaluable opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. To learn more about the Philip Merrill College of Journalism, visit their website at merrill.umd.edu.