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.
Muncie, Indiana
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditations: ACEJMC
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,871
Average Student Loans Awarded: $7,671
Total Programs in Media Studies (14)
11
Masters Programs
3
Graduate Certificate Programs
Auburn, Alabama
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,488
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,052
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
1
Masters Program
1
Doctorate Program
Clarksville, Tennessee
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,256
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,405
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
Irvine, California
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $7,125
Average Student Loans Awarded: $16,305
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,977
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,994
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Certificate Programs
Riverside, California
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,845
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,228
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Masters Programs
Kansas City, Missouri
Institution Type: Private For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,451
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,108
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
3
Bachelors Programs
Columbus, Georgia
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,596
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,769
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
3
Undergraduate Certificate Programs