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1,113 Best Bachelor's Media & Communication Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 529 universities offer 1,113 Bachelor's Media & Communication programs, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Cornell University, University of Chicago and Duke University come first, because those universities rank highest.

28Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Cinema and Media Studies

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Chicago offers a comprehensive exploration of film, television, and new media. Students engage with...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
31Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Madison logo
QS World #110 #28 in United States United States

Communication Sciences and Disorders

University of Wisconsin - Madison — The Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Wisconsin-Madison offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
32Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Media Studies

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in Media Studies at Rice University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of media's role in society. This program cove...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
33Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

Communication

Ohio State University - Columbus — The Bachelor's degree in Communication at Ohio State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how communication occurs across various contexts,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
34Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

Agricultural Communication

Ohio State University-Main Campus — Overview of Agricultural CommunicationThe Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Communication at Ohio State University-Main Campus prepares students to effectively communicat...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
35Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

Communication

Ohio State University-Main Campus — Overview of the Communication DegreeThe Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Ohio State University provides students with an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of co...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
36Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Agricultural Communication

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Communication at the University of Minnesota - Crookston is designed to prepare students to effectively communicate within agricultu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
37Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Applied Agricultural Communication Studies

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor of Applied Agricultural Communication Studies at the University of Minnesota - Crookston is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to ex...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
38Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Communication

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at the University of Minnesota - Crookston offers a comprehensive examination of communication theories, methods, and practices. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
39Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Sport Media and Communication

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor’s degree in Sport Media and Communication at the University of Minnesota - Crookston provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic fiel...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
40Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Morris logo
QS World #203 #49 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

University of Minnesota - Morris — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at the University of Minnesota - Morris offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic field of communication...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
41Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota-Twin Cities logo
QS World #203 #50 in United States Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Communication Studies

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities — The Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities explores the multifaceted nature of communication, emphasizing its role in human...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
46Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Cinema and Media Arts

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Cinema and Media Arts at Vanderbilt University offers a comprehensive exploration of storytelling through various media formats, including film,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
47Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies at Vanderbilt University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of communication in various contexts and envi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
48Bachelor's Degree
VU Vanderbilt University logo
QS World #250 #58 in United States United States

Communication of Science and Technology

Vanderbilt University — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication of Science and Technology at Vanderbilt University is designed to equip international students with the necessary skills to effecti...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication

How these courses are ranked

32 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (Cornell University) to #593 (University of Central Florida); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Cornell University is cited most (57,855,264 citations). 13 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

Within the subject, the largest areas are Media & Communication (1,087), Journalism (5), Advertising (5) and Digital Media (4). The usual length is 4 years and 3 years. 97% are full-time and 26 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Humboldt State University offers the widest choice, with 16 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Media & Communication in the United States?

Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Duke University (QS World #26) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Media & Communication in the United States?

Of those with published fees, Universidad del Sagrado Corazon is the least expensive at about USD 6,410 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Media & Communication course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 3 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Media & Communication courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Media & Communication online with a university in the United States?

26 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Media & Communication courses in the United States?

Humboldt State University, with 16, ahead of Metropolitan State College of Denver (10).

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