Master of Arts in Communication and Media Studies

Communication and media are among the most powerful forces shaping the world today. In our Communication and Media Studies Master's program, youll work with top international experts and learn to conduct groundbreaking research in the field.
Our media studies graduate program allows you to pursue interdisciplinary studies and tailor your research to your interests. Youll examine mass media and communication from every angle under the guidance of global experts at one of the nation's oldest accredited schools of journalism and communication within an Association of American Universities R1 research institution. And youll build a lasting network as you collaborate with and learn from a tight-knit cohort, many of whom research the impact of media on underrepresented communities and spur positive changes in the field.
Our master's students develop valuable analytic and research skills that are in high demand. Although most master's graduates go on to pursue doctoral studies or media research, a communication and media studies graduate degree offers a solid foundation that can springboard you into a career in media, government, law, or nonprofit work.