Overview
About Mass Communication from The University of Iowa
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication offers an undergraduate major and two minors as well as three graduate degree programs. Undergraduate students in all majors may use approved journalism and mass communication courses to satisfy the Diversity and Inclusion, Historical Perspectives, Social Sciences, and Values and Culture requirements of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences GE CLAS Core, and the school's First-Year Seminar is designed specifically for entering undergraduate students. The School of Journalism and Mass Communication also administers the two undergraduate certificates listed below.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Media Effects
- Media and Culture
- Journalism and Strategic Communication
- Social Media
- Writing Fundamentals
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 338 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- You must first submit the online application to the Graduate College and pay the $60 application fee by credit card ($100 for international applicants)
- Application for Graduate Awards
- A statement of purpose
- A sample of your academic writing
- An up-to-date CV or résumé
- Three letters of recommendation
- A set of your unofficial academic records/transcripts uploaded on your Admissions Profile
- International students may also be required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores
- Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial Statement
Tuition Fee
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International
29739 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29739 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
31012 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31012 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
12065 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12065 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Iowa City
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.