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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.

1561Program
JC Jones County Junior College logo
#1,893 in United States United States

Journalism

Jones County Junior College — The Journalism degree at Jones County Junior College is designed for aspiring communicators aiming to thrive in the dynamic world of media. This program encompasses a com...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1562Bachelor's Degree
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Applied Professional Communication (AA ➛ BA)

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Bachelor of Applied Professional Communication program at Rowan College at Burlington County is designed for students looking to enhance their communication skills ac...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1564Diploma
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Graphic Design & Digital Media (AAS.GDD)

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Graphic Design & Digital Media program at Rowan College at Burlington County equips students with the essential skills needed to thrive in the dynamic field of visual...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1566Bachelor's Degree
RC Rowan College at Burlington County logo
#1,897 in United States United States

Liberal Arts, Option: Communication Arts

Rowan College at Burlington County — The Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts with a specialization in Communication Arts at Rowan College at Burlington County is designed to provide students with a comprehensi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1567Professional
CC Chabot College logo
#1,898 in United States United States

Digital Media Arts

Chabot College — The Digital Media Arts course at Chabot College offers a dynamic blend of creativity and technology, preparing students for a diverse range of careers in the media and di...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Media & Communication
1568Program
MV Moreno Valley College logo
#1,900 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Moreno Valley College — The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Moreno Valley College offers students a comprehensive understanding of communication in various contexts. This course exp...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1569Diploma
CC Coastline Community College logo
#1,902 in United States United States

Communication Studies

Coastline Community College — The Communication Studies Diploma at Coastline Community College is designed to equip students with essential communication skills applicable in various professional cont...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1576Diploma
FL Finger Lakes Community College logo
#1,917 in United States United States

Communications

Finger Lakes Community College — The Diploma in Communications at Finger Lakes Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various communication methods and th...

DiplomaLevel
64 CreditsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1577Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercer County Community College logo
#1,925 in United States United States

Advertising + Graphic Design

Mercer County Community College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising and Graphic Design at Mercer County Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the skills ne...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1578Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercer County Community College logo
#1,925 in United States United States

Communication

Mercer County Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication at Mercer County Community College equips students with essential communication skills necessary for various professional environme...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1582Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercer County Community College logo
#1,925 in United States United States

Digital Media Arts

Mercer County Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media Arts at Mercer County Community College equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the fast-evolving digi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
1584Bachelor's Degree
MC Mercer County Community College logo
#1,925 in United States United States

Television

Mercer County Community College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Television at Mercer County Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for successful careers in the broadc...

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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