Overview

The MA in Emerging and Social Media offered by Sam Houston State University prepares students for careers in digital communication through a blend of research, strategy, and hands-on content creation. Students explore social media analytics, multimedia storytelling, branding, and digital tools used across industries.

The programme

The programme is designed for professionals seeking advancement and recent graduates pursuing leadership roles in media, marketing, and communication. With flexible coursework and guidance from experienced faculty, students build a strong portfolio while learning to navigate and shape today’s fast-moving media environment.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Emerging Media Technologies
Social Media
Emerging & Social Media Campaign Strategies
Independent Study
Digital Media Ethics and Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Huntsville, United States

Disciplines

Digital Media View 179 other Masters in Digital 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Students seeking admission to the Master of Arts in Emerging and Social Media program must meet the following requirements and submit all documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions:

Graduate Application
Application fee
An official transcript from the baccalaureate degree-granting institution
A 500-word personal statement outlining the student’s (a) educational or professional experience with emerging media, social media, or digital media, (b) areas of interest in emerging or social media, and (c) goals and objectives in this program
Contact information for two references
A current resume

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18048 USD / year

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Out-of-State

18048 USD / year

≈ 18048 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9488 USD / year

≈ 9488 USD / year

Living costs

Huntsville

United States

964 - 1786 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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Funding

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