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.
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,414
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,530
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Bachelors Programs
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditations: ACEJMC
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,965
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,131
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
1
Bachelors Program
2
Certificate Programs
Madison, Wisconsin
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,711
Average Student Loans Awarded: $11,333
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Los Angeles, California
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $8,328
Average Student Loans Awarded: $9,178
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Bachelors Programs
Des Moines, Iowa
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,300
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,880
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
Columbus, Ohio
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,179
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,208
Total Programs in Media Studies (4)
4
Certificate Programs
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,298
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,310
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Certificate Programs
Columbia, Maryland
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,552
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,636
Total Programs in Media Studies (4)
4
Associate Programs