Educads

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.

1012Bachelor's Degree
WU Wingate University logo
#1,058 in United States United States

Communication

Wingate University — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Wingate University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various communication theories, practic...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1013Master's Degree
EN Eastern New Mexico University logo
#1,059 in United States United States

Master of Arts in Communication

Eastern New Mexico University — The Master of Arts in Communication at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus provides an in-depth exploration of communication theories, practices, and research metho...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1014Master's Degree
EN Eastern New Mexico University logo
#1,059 in United States United States

Master of Arts in Communication

Eastern New Mexico University — The Master of Arts in Communication at Eastern New Mexico University is designed to equip students with advanced communication skills necessary for success in a variety o...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1015Program
EN Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus logo
#1,061 in United States United States

Media Arts

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus — The Media Arts degree at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus equips students with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of media production, including...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1018Bachelor's Degree
BU Biola University logo
#1,063 in United States United States

B.A. in Cinema and Media Arts

Biola University — The B.A. in Cinema and Media Arts at Biola University is designed to equip students with both the practical and theoretical knowledge necessary for success in the ever-ev...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
1019Bachelor's Degree
LC Linfield College logo
#1,064 in United States United States

Communication Arts

Linfield College — The Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts at Linfield College offers a comprehensive exploration of the various aspects of communication, including interpersonal, organ...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1020Bachelor's Degree
LC Linfield College logo
#1,064 in United States United States

Journalism and Media Studies

Linfield College — The Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Media Studies at Linfield College offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic world of media and its impact on society. Stud...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1021Bachelor's Degree
CC Carthage College logo
#1,065 in United States United States

Communication

Carthage College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Carthage College equips students with essential skills in effective messaging, media literacy, and interpersonal communication....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1022Bachelor's Degree
CC Carthage College logo
#1,065 in United States United States

Film & New Media

Carthage College — The Bachelor's degree in Film & New Media at Carthage College offers a comprehensive study of both traditional and contemporary visual storytelling. The course dives into...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1023Bachelor's Degree
CC Carthage College logo
#1,065 in United States United States

Public Relations

Carthage College — The Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations at Carthage College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of communication strategies, media relations, and commu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1024Bachelor's Degree
AT Arkansas Tech University logo
#1,066 in United States United States

Digital Content Creation, Bachelor of Arts

Arkansas Tech University — The Bachelor of Arts in Digital Content Creation at Arkansas Tech University is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to excel in the rapidly evolving fiel...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1025Program
SM Saint Michael's College logo
#1,067 in United States United States

Digital Media & Communications

Saint Michael's College — The Digital Media & Communications degree at Saint Michael's College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of digital media, communication strategies, and mu...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1026Master's Degree
CS Clayton State College logo
#1,070 in United States United States

Archival Studies

Clayton State College — The Master's Degree in Archival Studies at Clayton State College offers an in-depth exploration of the principles, practices, and technologies used in the management of a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1027Bachelor's Degree
CS Clayton State College logo
#1,070 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

Clayton State College — Course OverviewThe Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at Clayton State College offers an engaging exploration of the communication field. This program d...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1028Program
CS Clayton State College logo
#1,070 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies, Minor

Clayton State College — The Communication and Media Studies minor at Clayton State College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the communication process across various media platfor...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1029Program
CS Clayton State College logo
#1,070 in United States United States

Corporate Communication, Minor

Clayton State College — The Corporate Communication minor at Clayton State College offers students a comprehensive understanding of communication within the business context. This program covers...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1030Bachelor's Degree
CS Clayton State College logo
#1,070 in United States United States

Film Production

Clayton State College — The Bachelor's Degree in Film Production at Clayton State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the film industry, focusing on both the artis...

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).

Get your destination country university & scholarship updates

New scholarships, application deadlines and admission guides — a couple of emails a month, no spam.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.