<p>My son is a Journalism major at NU and I can attest to the fact that it is an intense program. Freshman year you take one journ course each quarter. Two of the courses meet for 3 hours, twice per week and require an unbelievable amount of work. They help you decide if you love your major or hate it. The program also covers all media - you learn to research, interview, write, audio record, photograph and video for your stories. (and you need the equipment to do so.) I am really impressed with the variety and depth of work my son has produced as a freshman.</p>