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1,670 Best Media & Communication Programs in the United States

There are 1,670 Media & Communication programs in the United States, spread across 708 universities; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Cornell University, University of Chicago and Columbia University come first, because those universities rank highest.

409Bachelor's Degree
MU Marshall University logo
#461 in United States United States

Media Production

Marshall University — The Media Production Bachelor's Degree at Marshall University is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a successful career in th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
419Bachelor's Degree
IS Idaho State University logo
#464 in United States United States

Communication

Idaho State University — The Bachelor of Communication program at Idaho State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of effective communic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
420Bachelor's Degree
IS Idaho State University logo
#464 in United States United States

Digital Media

Idaho State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media at Idaho State University provides a comprehensive understanding of digital content creation, distribution, and management. The cur...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
421Professional
IS Idaho State University logo
#464 in United States United States

Technical Communication

Idaho State University — The Professional Technical Communication course at Idaho State University equips students with essential skills for producing clear and effective documentation across var...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Media & Communication
422Bachelor's Degree
LC Lyon College logo
#470 in United States United States

Communications

Lyon College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communications at Lyon College offers students a comprehensive exploration of the theories, practices, and technologies behind effective communic...

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

How these courses are ranked

43 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. The rest are ordered by research impact. Cornell University has the largest research record in this group, with 57,855,264 citations and an h-index of 1,875. 19 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 1,113 bachelor's, 116 master's, 66 diploma and 24 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Media & Communication (1,638), Film & Television (6), Journalism (5) and Advertising (5). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 97% are full-time and 45 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (99% 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 Media & Communication in the United States?

Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Columbia University (QS World #14) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for 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 Media & Communication course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do 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 Media & Communication online with a university in the United States?

45 of these courses are listed as online.

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

Humboldt State University, with 16, ahead of Pratt Institute (15).

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