Media Studies helps the students to develop a keen knowledge on various aspects of media such as print (Newsletter, Banners, magazines, books), television, movies, cell phones, software etc. It also helps the students to learn about the modern practices of the media industry.
An Accredited Media Studies school helps students be a part of and enrol for a program which is Federal or state government funded.
The organizations that accredit Media Studies schools and programs are listed below:
The Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Some of the subjects in which a student can enrol with are electronic media, sound recording, television, effects of mass media and much more.
An Associate's degree in Media Studies requires about 40 credit points and can be completed in two years which can help the students to pursue an entry-level career or for bachelor's program.
A Bachelor's degree in Media Studies requires 120 credit points. It usually takes 3 years to complete a bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in Media Studies is a program, where students learn about Media producing, Filmmaking, Web writing etc.
A Doctorate degree in Media Studies can take about 3 to 4 years to complete. Here students learn advanced topics in Media Studies such as broadcast Producing, Journalism and much more.
There are few requirements which need to be fulfilled before one applies for an admission in the Media Studies program. The student should have a high school diploma with a minimum of 2.0- 3.0 GPA.
With a degree in Media Studies, an individual will possess skills such as critical analysis, teamwork, and have a brief knowledge of all forms of media.
Towson, Maryland
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,484
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,106
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Post Baccalaureate Certificate Program
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $7,376
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,588
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $7,742
Average Student Loans Awarded: $9,302
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
Carrollton, Georgia
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,731
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,049
Total Programs in Media Studies (5)
3
Masters Programs
2
Post Baccalaureate Certificate Programs
Fayette, Iowa
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,285
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,475
Total Programs in Media Studies (5)
2
Certificate Programs
3
Bachelors Programs
St. Louis, Missouri
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,544
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,843
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
1
Masters Program
1
Bachelors Program
Valley City, North Dakota
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,019
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,176
Total Programs in Media Studies (6)
6
Bachelors Programs
Chicago, Illinois
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program