Media Studies helps the students to develop a keen knowledge on various aspects of media such as print (Newsletter, Banners, magazines, books), television, movies, cell phones, software etc. It also helps the students to learn about the modern practices of the media industry.
An Accredited Media Studies school helps students be a part of and enrol for a program which is Federal or state government funded.
The organizations that accredit Media Studies schools and programs are listed below:
The Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Some of the subjects in which a student can enrol with are electronic media, sound recording, television, effects of mass media and much more.
An Associate's degree in Media Studies requires about 40 credit points and can be completed in two years which can help the students to pursue an entry-level career or for bachelor's program.
A Bachelor's degree in Media Studies requires 120 credit points. It usually takes 3 years to complete a bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in Media Studies is a program, where students learn about Media producing, Filmmaking, Web writing etc.
A Doctorate degree in Media Studies can take about 3 to 4 years to complete. Here students learn advanced topics in Media Studies such as broadcast Producing, Journalism and much more.
There are few requirements which need to be fulfilled before one applies for an admission in the Media Studies program. The student should have a high school diploma with a minimum of 2.0- 3.0 GPA.
With a degree in Media Studies, an individual will possess skills such as critical analysis, teamwork, and have a brief knowledge of all forms of media.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,481
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,518
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Harriman, Tennessee
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,475
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,475
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Associate Programs
Estherville, Iowa
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,601
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,256
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
South Portland, Maine
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,314
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,592
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Morristown, Tennessee
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Total Programs in Media Studies (4)
4
Associate Programs
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,059
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,059
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Associate Programs
Middletown, Virginia
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,419
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,624
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Certificate Programs
Great Bend, Kansas
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,390
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,375
Total Programs in Media Studies (3)
3
Associate Programs
