Overview

The Technology, Media and Communications program at Columbia University is for students with a particular interest in writing and communication who want practical skills to equip themselves for careers in today’s digital workplace. Our goal is to help students develop strong abilities in video, data visualization, reporting/research, and writing, as well as an understanding of the global media and digital technology. We offer courses on the role of internet governance, digital activism, e-government, and digital diplomacy.

Digital technologies have transformed all the areas that SIPA students care about, including advocacy, media, and internet policy. The TMaC specialization is suitable for students in all concentrations, especially those who want to become better writers and learn practical skills (such as video and data visualization) to help them work in development, communications policymaking, media, journalism, human rights, business, or government.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computing in Context
Global Media: Policy Lab and Innovation
Environmental Justice and Climate Resiliency
Visual Storytelling
Viral Videos, Generative AI ＆ Geopolitics in a Changing World
Storytelling for Social Change: Skills and Narrative
Storytelling and The Art of Creating Social Impact Campaigns
Campaigning for Change through Media, Mobilization ＆ the Power of Persuasion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 258 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

Have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution prior to enrolling at SIPA.
Provide valid GRE or GMAT test scores
Demonstrate proficiency in the English language adequate for study at the masters level, if required, through a proficiency exam. *Note: we do not accept the at-home versions of these exams.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

71368 USD / year

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Out-of-State

71368 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

71368 USD / year

≈ 71368 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Other requirements

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