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.
Bradenton, Florida
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $3,994
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,035
Total Programs in Media Studies (4)
4
Certificate Programs
Valhalla, New York
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,716
Average Student Loans Awarded: $4,826
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Associate Programs
Talladega, Alabama
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,824
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,877
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Bachelors Program
New Rochelle, New York
Institution Type: Private Not-For-Profit
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,392
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,220
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,135
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,498
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Associate Program
Gainesville, Florida
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $5,342
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,753
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Bachelors Program
Machias, Maine
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $4,836
Average Student Loans Awarded: $5,439
Total Programs in Media Studies (2)
2
Certificate Programs
St. Petersburg, Florida
Institution Type: Public
Media Studies Accreditation: Request Info
Average Federal Student Loans awarded: $8,321
Average Student Loans Awarded: $8,701
Total Programs in Media Studies (1)
1
Masters Program
