Media Now 2026
Intensely Fun Training for High School Journalism Students
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THe Summer Camp
An experience like no other.
Join us July 7-10, 2026
Media Now at Drake University in Des Moines is where students and advisers choose a single-track to immerse themselves in the three-night, four-day overnight camp experience. Participate in hands-on projects and showcase them in a campus-wide awards ceremony to cap off our time together. It’s an awesome opportunity to deep dive into that area of interest and hone your skills. No matter what level you arrive with, we’ll push you, encourage and train you to move to the next.
We keep our class sizes small so each student gets maximum attention from the instructor, room to collaborate with their peers and space to apply what they're learning. After 15 years of Media Now, we are confident we have the right formula of learning and fun to make this a highlight experience for any student journalist or communications student.
Camp Details
Media Now at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa is where students and advisers choose a single-track to immerse themselves in the four days. Each camper comes out with a portfolio-ready project to show or start using in the school year ahead.
Need transportation?
We have you covered with a round-trip bus ride from St. Louis to Des Moines.
Quick Facts
Who
High School
Journalism Students (entering 9th - graduating 12th) and Advisers; staffs and individuals
What
Four-Day Overnight Camp
to Improve Your Journalism Skills in a Hands-on, Active Learning Environment; Field Trips and Fieldwork are topped with a ton of fun, prizes and t-shirts!
When & Where
Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
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Tuesday – Friday
July 7-10, 2026
Pricing
Early Bird (Thru April 14)
$465
Regular (April 15 - June 10)
$575
Late (After June 11)
$650
Inside Summer's Favorite Camp
SCHOLARSHIPS
Students have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship to attend Media Now camp this summer by writing a 250 – 300 word essay explaining how the skills they hope to acquire from attending Media Now will further their current high school publication staff experience, why the scholarship is needed and how they may use these skills in the future, journalism or non. The essay should also include how your financial needs may keep you from participating. Up to six scholarships will be awarded as selected by the University advisory panel. Our current scholarships have all been awarded for this season. Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions.
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If you're looking for the perfect amount of fun mixed in with upskilling your journalism experience, this is it. Field trips and hands-on practice with award-winning professional journalists and advisers are all in one space focused on moving you to the next level.