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.
Corsicana, Texas
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,110
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,113
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Clinton, Mississippi
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,161
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,775
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Odessa, Texas
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,650
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,650
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Joliet, Illinois
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $3,186
Average Student Loans Awarded: $3,186
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
1
Associate Program
2
Certificate Programs
Santa Rosa, California
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $3,798
Average Student Loans Awarded: $3,798
Total Programs in Media Studies (5)
1
Associate Program
4
Certificate Programs
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,427
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,753
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
1
Bachelors Program
2
Graduate Certificate Programs
Prescott, Arizona
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $6,011
Average Student Loans Awarded: $6,124
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Certificate Programs
Las Vegas, Nevada
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $3,664
Average Student Loans Awarded: $3,686
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program