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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.

49Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Media Studies

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Media Studies at Pratt Institute is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of media's role in society and its powerful impac...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
50Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Media Studies

Pratt Institute — The Master's Degree in Media Studies at Pratt Institute offers an interdisciplinary exploration of media practices, theories, and technologies. The program covers a compr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
53Professional
AG Ana G. Mendez University logo
Orlando, Florida, United States

Public Relations

Ana G. Mendez University — The Public Relations course at Ana G. Mendez University is designed for students who aspire to excel in the dynamic world of communication and media management. This prof...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
FallIntake
Media & Communication
54Master's Degree
PI Pratt Institute logo
United States

Writing

Pratt Institute — The Master's in Writing program at Pratt Institute offers an immersive exploration into the art and craft of writing. This course is designed for aspiring writers who wis...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
57Bachelor'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
58Program
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Journalism, Arts, and Media

University of Chicago — The Journalism, Arts, and Media degree at the University of Chicago is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic fields of journalism...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
64Master's Degree
UC University of California, Los Angeles logo
QS World #40 #17 in United States United States

Filmmaking

University of California, Los Angeles — The Master's Degree in Filmmaking at the University of California-Los Angeles is designed for aspiring filmmakers who wish to deepen their knowledge and hone their techni...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Film & Television
66Bachelor'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
67Bachelor'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
68Diploma
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

Agricultural Communication

Ohio State University - Columbus — Course OverviewThe Diploma in Agricultural Communication at Ohio State University is designed to prepare students for effective communication in the agricultural sector....

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
69Bachelor'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
70Bachelor'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
71Bachelor'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
72Bachelor'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

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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