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66 Best Master's Media & Communication Universities in United States

This page ranks Media & Communication master’s degrees in the United States for 2026. It is for applicants choosing between universities offering this subject at graduate level.

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1Best overall
CO Columbia University logo
QS World #34 #3 in United States New York, United States

Columbia University

Private University — Columbia University in the City of New York, commonly referred to as Columbia University, is a private Ivy League research university in New York City, United States. Established in 1754 as...

USD 56,000 – USD 76,000/yrTuition (indicative)
1754Founded
33,000Students
12,000International
Admissions open
78.0 / 100 · Outstanding
2Top pick
AG Ana G. Mendez University logo
#59 in United States Orlando, Florida, United States

Ana G. Mendez University

Private University — Ana G. Mendez University is a private university located in Orlando, Florida, United States. Its programmes are accredited by US Dept. of Education (College Scorecard).

USD 13,575/yrTuition (indicative)
Founded
4,763Students
International
Admissions open
27.3 / 100 · Rated
3Top pick
AS Angelo State University logo
#65 in United States United States

Angelo State University

Public University — Angelo State University is a public university in San Angelo, Texas, United States. It was founded in 1928 as San Angelo College. It gained university status and awarded its first baccalaure...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
4Ranked
BC Bridgewater College logo
#209 in United States United States

Bridgewater College

Public University — Bridgewater College is a private liberal-arts college in Bridgewater, Virginia. Established in 1880, Bridgewater College admitted both men and women from the time of its founding and was the...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
5Ranked
CC CUNY City College of NY logo
#237 in United States United States

CUNY City College of NY

Public University — CUNY City College of NY is a public university located in United States.

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International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
6Ranked
CC California College of the Arts logo
#261 in United States United States

California College of the Arts

Public University — The California College of the Arts (CCA) is a private art school in San Francisco, California. It was founded in Berkeley, California in 1907 and moved to a historic estate in Oakland, Calif...

Tuition (indicative)
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Students
International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
7Ranked
CI California Institute of the Arts logo
#263 in United States United States

California Institute of the Arts

Public University — The California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) is a private art school in Santa Clarita, California. It was incorporated in 1961 as the first degree-granting institution of higher learning i...

Tuition (indicative)
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Students
International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
8Ranked
CN California National University logo
#266 in United States United States

California National University

Public University — The University of California (UC) is California's system of public research universities. Headquartered in Oakland, the system is composed of ten campuses at Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Ang...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
9Ranked
CS California State University, Fullerton logo
#279 in United States United States

California State University, Fullerton

Public University — California State University, Fullerton is a public research university in Fullerton, California, United States. With a total enrollment of more than 41,000, it has the largest student body o...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
11Ranked
CC Central Connecticut State University logo
#341 in United States United States

Central Connecticut State University

Public University — Central Connecticut State University is a public university in New Britain, Connecticut. Founded in 1849 as the State Normal School, CCSU is Connecticut's oldest publicly-funded university....

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Students
International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
12Ranked
CU Chapman University logo
#368 in United States United States

Chapman University

Public University — Chapman University is a private research university in Orange, California, United States. Encompassing eleven colleges, the university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High r...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
13Ranked
CB Christian Brothers University logo
#381 in United States United States

Christian Brothers University

Public University — Christian Brothers University is a private Catholic university in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. It was founded in 1871 by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, a Catholic teaching order.

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
14Ranked
CU Clark University logo
#403 in United States United States

Clark University

Public University — Clark University is a private research university in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1887 with a large endowment from its namesake Jonas Gilman Clark, a prominent busines...

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International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
15Ranked
CS Clayton State College logo
#408 in United States United States

Clayton State College

Public University — Clayton State University is a public university in Morrow, Georgia, United States. It serves Metro Atlanta and is part of the University System of Georgia.

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
16Ranked
EI Eastern Illinois University logo
#621 in United States United States

Eastern Illinois University

Public University — Eastern Illinois University is a public university in Charleston, Illinois, United States. Established in 1895, EIU awards bachelor's and master's degrees in programs organized into four col...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
18Ranked
EC Emerson College logo
#663 in United States United States

Emerson College

Public University — Emerson College is a private college in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It was founded in 1880 by Charles Wesley Emerson as a school of oratory. The school offers more than 30 undergra...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
19Ranked
GC Goucher College logo
#788 in United States United States

Goucher College

Public University — Goucher College is a private liberal arts college in Towson, Maryland, United States. Founded in 1885 as a nonsectarian women's college in Baltimore's central district, the college is named...

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International
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27.3 / 100 · Rated
20Ranked
GS Governors State University logo
#789 in United States United States

Governors State University

Public University — Governors State University is a public university in University Park, Illinois, United States. The 750 acres (3.0 km2) campus is located 30 miles (48 km) south of Chicago, Illinois. GSU was...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
21Ranked
GS Grambling State University logo
#792 in United States United States

Grambling State University

Public University — Grambling State University is a public historically black university in Grambling, Louisiana, United States. Grambling State is home of the Eddie G. Robinson Museum and is listed on the Loui...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
22Ranked
IS Idaho State University logo
#892 in United States United States

Idaho State University

Public University — Idaho State University (ISU) is a public research university in Pocatello, Idaho, United States. Founded in 1901 as the Academy of Idaho, Idaho State offers more than 250 programs at its mai...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
23Ranked
IC Iona College logo
#925 in United States United States

Iona College

Public University — Iona University is a private Catholic university with a main campus in New Rochelle, New York, United States. It was founded in 1940 by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and occupies a...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated
24Ranked
KS Kansas State University logo
#982 in United States United States

Kansas State University

Public University — Kansas State University is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Manhattan, Kansas, United States. It was opened as the state's land-grant college in 1863 and was t...

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27.3 / 100 · Rated

A master’s degree in Media & Communication is a graduate route for applicants who already hold a first degree and want advanced study in communication, media practice, research, or related professional work. It suits people planning roles that build on undergraduate study rather than an entry-level qualification.

The universities in this ranking are public institutions. The mix includes campus settings in larger cities and in smaller towns, so location will shape day-to-day student life and access to media markets differently. Fees are published for some universities and not for others, so you will need to confirm the cost directly with each university before deciding.

Before applying, verify the exact tuition fee, the application deadline, the entry requirements, and whether the programme format fits your plans. Also confirm the specific campus or department offering the degree, because those details can affect study options and contacts during the programme.

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for Master's Media & Communication universities in United States?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include Columbia University, Ana G. Mendez University, Angelo State University. The full ranked list above shows QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements for each one.

How much does it cost to study Master's Media & Communication universities in United States?

Tuition varies widely by university and program, and international students usually pay more than domestic students. Every listing above shows the fee we hold for that program — labelled indicative where it has not yet been verified against the university's own published figures.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World positions, each institution's star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

About Master's Media & Communication universities in United States

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