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89 Best Media Studies Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 81 universities offer 89 Media Studies programs, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Chicago, Yale University and Duke University.

50Bachelor's Degree
DU Denison University logo
#764 in United States United States

Communication & Media Studies

Denison University — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication & Media Studies at Denison University provides a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between communication and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
51Program
KC Kalamazoo College logo
#773 in United States United States

Film and Media Studies Concentration

Kalamazoo College — The Film and Media Studies Concentration helps students explore how mainstream and oppositional creative works engage audiences and shape broader culture. Students analyz...

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Media Studies
52Program
KC Kalamazoo College logo
#773 in United States United States

Film and Media Studies Concentration

Kalamazoo College — Film and Media Studies at Kalamazoo College is a concentration that examines how mainstream and oppositional creative works engage audiences, shape understanding, and aff...

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Media Studies
53Program
GC Grinnell College logo
#788 in United States United States

Film and Media Studies

Grinnell College — The Film and Media Studies program at Grinnell College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the artistic and cultural significance of film and media. T...

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Media Studies
54Bachelor's Degree
RW Roger Williams University logo
#811 in United States United States

Communication & Media Studies Major

Roger Williams University — The Communication & Media Studies Major at Roger Williams University offers a comprehensive exploration of how communication shapes society and culture. Students engage i...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
55Bachelor's Degree
EO Eastern Oregon State College logo
#828 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

Eastern Oregon State College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at Eastern Oregon State College equips students with a comprehensive understanding of communication theories and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
56Bachelor's Degree
WU Wilkes University logo
#835 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

Wilkes University — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at Wilkes University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving fields of commu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
57Bachelor's Degree
HC Hampshire College logo
#841 in United States United States

Communications and Media Studies

Hampshire College — Communications and Media Studies at Hampshire College uses critical and theoretical approaches to studying diverse media streams, including television, video, film, radio...

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Media Studies
58Bachelor's Degree
GC Guilford College logo
#843 in United States United States

English and Media Studies

Guilford College — The Bachelor's Degree in English and Media Studies at Guilford College offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersections between literary studies, cultural analysis...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
59Bachelor's Degree
RC Rhodes College logo
#849 in United States United States

Media Studies

Rhodes College — The Bachelor's Degree in Media Studies at Rhodes College provides a comprehensive exploration of various media forms and their impact on society. The program delves into...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
60Bachelor's Degree
SU State University of New York at Oneonta logo
#921 in United States United States

Media Studies

State University of New York at Oneonta — The Bachelor's Degree in Media Studies at SUNY Oneonta offers an in-depth exploration of the media landscape, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
61Program
SX Saint Xavier University logo
#929 in United States United States

Film and Media Studies

Saint Xavier University — The Film and Media Studies degree at Saint Xavier University offers an in-depth exploration of the dynamic landscape of cinema and digital media. This program combines th...

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Media Studies
62Bachelor's Degree
BS Bridgewater State University logo
#942 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

Bridgewater State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies at Bridgewater State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of communication theories, p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
63Bachelor's Degree
UW University of Wisconsin - Stout logo
#970 in United States United States

B.S. Game & Media Studies

University of Wisconsin - Stout — The Bachelor of Science in Game & Media Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Stout is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to thr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
64Bachelor's Degree
GC Goucher College logo
#978 in United States United States

Communication & Media Studies

Goucher College — The Bachelor's Degree in Communication & Media Studies at Goucher College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of media's role in society. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
65Bachelor's Degree
SU Shenandoah University logo
#979 in United States United States

Media & Communication

Shenandoah University — The Bachelor's Degree in Media & Communication at Stockholm University provides an in-depth understanding of the complex relationship between media, culture, and society....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
66Bachelor's Degree
NU Niagara University logo
#981 in United States United States

Communication and Media Studies

Niagara University — Communication and Media Studies is a B.S. program that examines how the tools of mass media—writing, design, photography, videography, and technology—are used to influenc...

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Media Studies
67Bachelor's Degree
PC Pitzer College logo
#1,007 in United States United States

Media Studies

Pitzer College — The Media Studies major at Pitzer College examines how the internet, film, television, and social media shape day-to-day life. Students take courses that link film, video...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
68Program
EC Eastern Connecticut State University logo
#1,011 in United States United States

Cinema Studies

Eastern Connecticut State University — The Cinema Studies program at Eastern Connecticut State University provides an in-depth exploration of film as an art form, cultural artifact, and medium of communication...

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Media Studies
69Bachelor's Degree
SC Stonehill College logo
#1,020 in United States United States

Communication & Media Studies

Stonehill College — The Communication & Media Studies program at Stonehill College offers an undergraduate major and minor, leading to a B.A. Students study theories and humanistic approache...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
70Bachelor's Degree
BC Beloit College logo
#1,026 in United States United States

Media Studies

Beloit College — The Bachelor's Degree in Media Studies at Beloit College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic media landscape. This program delves into various fo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media Studies
71Bachelor's Degree
GS Governors State University logo
#1,057 in United States United States

Media Studies, B.A.

Governors State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies at Governors State University provides an interdisciplinary foundation in media production, theory, and cultural analysis. Students...

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Media Studies
72Bachelor'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

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How these courses are ranked

9 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (University of Chicago) to #545 (Hunter College CUNY); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Yale University is cited most (53,786,943 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 65 bachelor's, 5 master's, 1 diploma and 1 professional. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). Pratt Institute offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Media Studies?

University of Chicago (QS World #13), Yale University (QS World #16) and Duke University (QS World #26) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Media Studies in the United States?

Of those with published fees, Southeastern Oklahoma State University is the least expensive at about USD 16,740 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Media Studies course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Media Studies 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.

Which university has the most Media Studies courses in the United States?

Pratt Institute, with 4, ahead of East Texas A&M University (2).

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