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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.

1230Master's Degree
GS Grambling State University logo
#1,313 in United States United States

Mass Communication

Grambling State University — The Master's in Mass Communication at Grambling State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various communication theories and...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1242Bachelor's Degree
CC Columbia College Chicago logo
#1,321 in United States United States

Comedy Writing and Performance

Columbia College Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Comedy Writing and Performance at Columbia College Chicago immerses students in the vibrant world of humor and storytelling. Through a comprehens...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1243Bachelor's Degree
CC Columbia College Chicago logo
#1,321 in United States United States

Film and Television

Columbia College Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Film and Television at Columbia College Chicago offers a comprehensive education that immerses students in the dynamic world of visual storytelli...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1244Bachelor's Degree
CC Columbia College Chicago logo
#1,321 in United States United States

Game and Interactive Media Design

Columbia College Chicago — The Bachelor's degree in Game and Interactive Media Design at Columbia College Chicago is designed to immerse students in the world of digital gaming and interactive expe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1245Bachelor's Degree
CC Columbia College Chicago logo
#1,321 in United States United States

Journalism and Communication

Columbia College Chicago — Columbia College Chicago's Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Communication prepares students to thrive in the rapidly evolving media landscape. The curriculum is design...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1246Bachelor's Degree
BS Bemidji State University logo
#1,324 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Bemidji State University — Communication Studies at Bemidji State University delves into the essential principles and practices of effective communication across various contexts. The program offer...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1247Diploma
FS Florida Southern College logo
#1,325 in United States United States

Adult Undergraduate Communication

Florida Southern College — The Adult Undergraduate Communication Diploma at Florida Southern College offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles and practices in effective communication ac...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1248Bachelor's Degree
FS Florida Southern College logo
#1,325 in United States United States

Communication

Florida Southern College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Florida Southern College offers a comprehensive exploration of the various facets of communication in contemporary society. This...

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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