NYU Summer Programs: Journalism – The Who, What, Where, Why, and How of Writing Feature Stories Recently Updated

If you are contemplating a career in journalism, this course provides the essentials—who, what, where, why, and how—of reporting and writing feature stories. In this immersive, hands-on course, gain the fundamental skills of print-based journalism by mastering techniques that are applicable to all journalistic forms, including newspaper, magazine, digital, and broadcast.

In a collaborative environment, learn to identify story ideas, conduct research, and interview subjects. Hone your writing skills to craft clear, concise, and engaging stories and headlines, while delving into the critical issues of journalism ethics, including plagiarism and libel. Gain experience having your work closely reviewed by a professional editor, and leave the class with a polished feature story.

Ideal For

• High school students who have completed grades 9, 10, or 11
• High school students who are interested in exploring a career in journalism

You'll Walk Away With

• Mastery of skills and techniques that are applicable to all forms of journalism, ultimately resulting in a polished feature story and a blog post
• Experience working with a professional editor

Students from around the world attend NYU summer programs, but only a college prep program like High School Academy provides the opportunity to explore both traditional and emerging career paths.

Fees for Summer 2025

Application Fee: $50 (non-refundable)

Tuition: $2,579 per course

Housing & Dining Fees (optional add on): $640