Overview

Key Features

The ever-changing world of new communication technologies has a profound impact on individual behavior, organizations, and society. As these technologies evolve, it is important to understand their influence on the different levels of society.

The Media Communication program from Colorado State University focuses on the historical, social, and cultural factors that shape the development of mediated communication, and the role of mediated communication in the public's understanding of contemporary issues. Students are encouraged to pursue a concentration in one of the following: Science Communication, Strategic Communication, or Journalism Studies. The program prepares students with high-level research and theoretical skills for careers in academic and communication research or research management positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication management

Computer-mediated communication

Health, environmental, science, or technical communication

Human behavior and communication technology

New communication technologies

Organizations and communication technology

Print and broadcast journalism

Public relations and strategic communication

Social policy and communication technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 29 other PhDs in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Colorado State University’s Graduate School requires all admitted graduate students to have an undergraduate GPA at or above a 3.0. When calculating an applicant’s undergraduate GPA, the Graduate School uses all classes that counted toward the applicant’s degree. Students with an undergraduate GPA below a 3.0 should contact the Graduate Program Director before applying to the program.

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Tuition Fee

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International

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
National

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

13967 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13967 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Fort Collins

1210 - 1800 USD /month

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