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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.

1178Program
KC Klamath Community College logo
#1,231 in United States United States

Digital Media Design

Klamath Community College — The Digital Media Design degree at Klamath Community College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques needed in the ever-evol...

Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1179Program
AR American River College logo
#1,233 in United States United States

Art New Media

American River College — The Art New Media degree program at American River College embraces the intersection of technology and contemporary art, offering students a platform to explore innovativ...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1186Program
FL Folsom Lake College logo
#1,235 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Folsom Lake College — About the Communication Studies DegreeThe Communication Studies degree at Folsom Lake College prepares students to master effective communication in various contexts. The...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1187Program
FL Folsom Lake College logo
#1,235 in United States United States

Journalism

Folsom Lake College — The Journalism degree at Folsom Lake College equips students with the necessary skills to navigate the dynamic landscape of news and media. This program covers a comprehe...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1188Bachelor's Degree
LR Los Rios Community College District logo
#1,236 in United States United States

Advertising/Public Relations

Los Rios Community College District — The Bachelor's degree in Advertising/Public Relations at Los Rios Community College District offers students a comprehensive understanding of communication strategies, me...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1189Bachelor's Degree
LR Los Rios Community College District logo
#1,236 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Los Rios Community College District — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies at Los Rios Community College District offers students a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and practice,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1190Program
SC Sacramento City College logo
#1,237 in United States United States

Communication

Sacramento City College — The Communication degree at Sacramento City College offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles and practices that underpin effective communication in various co...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1191Diploma
SC Sacramento City College logo
#1,237 in United States United States

Design and Digital Media

Sacramento City College — The Design and Digital Media diploma program at Sacramento City College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of digital design principles and practices. T...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1192Program
SC Sacramento City College logo
#1,237 in United States United States

Journalism

Sacramento City College — The Journalism degree at Sacramento City College equips students with the essential skills needed to succeed in the fast-paced media environment. This program emphasizes...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1193Bachelor's Degree
TW Texas Wesleyan University logo
#1,255 in United States United States

Mass Communication

Texas Wesleyan University — The Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication at Texas Wesleyan University equips students with a broad understanding of the media landscape, focusing on journalism, public...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1194Bachelor's Degree
TW Texas Wesleyan University logo
#1,255 in United States United States

Sports Communication

Texas Wesleyan University — The Bachelor's Degree in Sports Communication at Texas Wesleyan University provides a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic interplay between sports, media, and soci...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1195Bachelor's Degree
SM Saint Mary's University of Minnesota logo
#1,258 in United States United States

Public Relations and Digital Media

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota — The Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Digital Media at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota prepares students to excel in the dynamic fields of communication and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1198Bachelor's Degree
AC Adrian College logo
#1,262 in United States United States

Broadcasting

Adrian College — The Bachelor's Degree in Broadcasting at Adrian College offers a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape. This program covers key areas, includin...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1199Program
AC Adrian College logo
#1,262 in United States United States

Journalism

Adrian College — Adrian College offers a comprehensive Journalism degree that prepares students to thrive in the dynamic field of media. The program encompasses various aspects of journal...

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Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1200Bachelor's Degree
RC Riverside City College logo
#1,267 in United States United States

Applied Digital Media and Printing

Riverside City College — The Bachelor's Degree in Applied Digital Media and Printing at Riverside City College equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge for thriving in the digital...

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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