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Bachelor of Media Strategies and Applications, Mass Communication

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Arts at Colorado Mesa University with a major in Mass Communication, 120 semester credit hours.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate knowledge of Media Strategies and Applications
Mass Communication. Apply concepts and skills introduced in the curriculum
including MASS 213 Introduction to Media Writing and Reporting. Communicate findings and complete discipline-appropriate tasks.

Career outcomes

Reporter/Journalist
Public Relations Director
Digital Media Specialist
Videographer
Social Media Strategist/Manager
Producer- TV

Curriculum

MASS 140 Media Theory Introduction
MASS 144 Multimedia Storytelling
MASS 213 Introduction to Media Writing and Reporting
MASS 310 Media Law and Ethics
MASS 397 Practicum
MASS 494 Seminar: Advanced Theory and Research
MASS 493 Senior Project Portfolio
MASS 499 Internship 1
MASS 251 Mass Media: Advertising and Promotions
MASS 313 Broadcast Journalism Reporting
MASS 315A Specialized Writing for Media: Science
MASS 315B Specialized Writing for Media: Sports

Entry requirements

Academic

Completed or completing secondary school (first-time) with official English transcript
Transfer applicants with college credit follow the transfer checklist
Proof of funds for one year (I-20)

Accepted academic background

Completed or completing secondary school (first-time) with official English transcript; transfer applicants with college credit follow the transfer checklist; proof of funds for one year (I-20)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 70 (4 on new 6-point scale)
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Passport Identification Page
Official Academic Transcripts
Secondary School Completion Evidence
Financial Support Evidence
English Proficiency Evidence if Required

How to apply

Review the program entry requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic transcripts and identification documents. Check required language scores and program prerequisites. Submit the international student application. Pay the applicable fee and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$23,460 USD
Application fee	$40 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus (Grand Junction)
Faculty or school	Academic program division requires confirmation.
Department	Department of Media Strategies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	International Student Merit Scholarship 4,500 USD per semester for 3.0 GPA (university-level)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.