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.

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577Bachelor's Degree

#599 in United States United States

Radio/TV/Film

University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh — The Bachelor's Degree in Radio/TV/Film at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh provides a comprehensive exploration into the dynamic world of media and broadcasting. Stude...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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578Bachelor's Degree

#601 in United States Tacoma, Washington, United States

Arts, Media and Culture

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus — The Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Media and Culture at the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus provides an interdisciplinary approach to studying the dynamic intersection...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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579Bachelor's Degree

#601 in United States Tacoma, Washington, United States

Communication

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is designed to equip students with essential communication skills necessary for a var...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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580Bachelor's Degree

#603 in United States United States

Communication

University of Louisiana at Monroe — The Bachelor’s degree in Communication at the University of Louisiana at Monroe provides students with a comprehensive exploration of communication theory, media studies,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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581Bachelor's Degree

#604 in United States United States

B.S. Mass Communications

Norfolk State University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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582Master's Degree

#604 in United States United States

M.A. Media and Communications

Norfolk State University

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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583Bachelor's Degree

#605 in United States United States

Communication Disorders

Murray State University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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584Program

#606 in United States United States

Advertising & Public Relations

Bradley University — The Advertising & Public Relations degree at Bradley University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of communication strategies, media planni...

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Media & Communication

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585Program

#606 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Bradley University — The Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies at Bradley University equips students with a robust understanding of communication theories and practices applicable in var...

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Media & Communication

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586Program

#606 in United States United States

Journalism

Bradley University — The Journalism degree at Bradley University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted world of media. The course is designed to cover core...

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Media & Communication

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587Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Communication Studies

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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588Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Communication Studies

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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589Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Digital Media Arts

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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590Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Digital Media Arts

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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591Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Film Studies

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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592Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Journalism

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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593Bachelor's Degree

#607 in United States United States

Journalism

University of Saint Thomas (MN)

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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594Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication

Juniata College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Juniata College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of effective communication across various mediums. The prog...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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595Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication & Conflict Resolution

Juniata College — Overview of Communication & Conflict ResolutionThe Bachelor's Degree in Communication & Conflict Resolution at Juniata College provides students with an in-depth understa...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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596Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication: Communication Advocacy

Juniata College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication with a focus on Communication Advocacy at Juniata College is designed to equip students with the critical skills needed to navigate...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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597Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication: Health Communication

Juniata College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication with a focus on Health Communication provides students with a deep understanding of how communication processes affect health outco...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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598Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication: Media Studies and Production

Juniata College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication: Media Studies and Production at Juniata College offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic field of media. Students are imm...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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599Bachelor's Degree

#609 in United States United States

Communication: Strategic Communication

Juniata College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication: Strategic Communication at Juniata College is designed for students who aspire to excel in the dynamic field of communication. Thi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Media & Communication

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600Bachelor's Degree

#612 in United States United States

Advertising Major

Pepperdine University — The Advertising Major at Pepperdine University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the advertising industry and its various facets. This program cover...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Advertising

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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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