Overview

The M.A. Media Arts and Studies program at Ohio University's coursework is geared towards preparing students to enter or continue working in media industries and related fields, and for doctoral studies. Masters students can select from a broad range of specializations including international media, media industries leadership & management, emerging media & culture. In addition, the School also is home to programs in public media and communication & development.

Key facts:

During the first semester of study, master’s students select a faculty member from the School of Media Arts and Studies to serve as their advisor and chairperson of their Program committee. The committee includes a minimum of two other members, one of whom must be a MDIA faculty member with the appropriate credentials and expertise to fit the student’s interest and serve on a graduate committee. The chair assists in laying out program goals and the selection of courses in the program of study. The committee must approve the student’s program of study; and will also provide the questions and evaluate the comprehensive examination or approve the thesis proposal, conduct the defense of the thesis, and approve the final draft.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mass Communication Theory

Quantitative Research Methods

Qualitative Research Methods

Critical-Cultural Theory
Digital Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts Media Studies & Mass Media View 436 other Masters in Visual Arts 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

An application for graduate study at Ohio University must be submitted online.The following must also be submitted by all applicants:

Original/official transcripts of previous academic work
Statement of Intent
Curriculum vita or resume
Three letters of recommendation

You may also be required to submit additional documentation. Examples include:

U.S. students must submit a score on either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller's Analogies Test (MAT)
International students who are not native English speakers must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores
Financial documentation

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

40068 USD / year

≈ 40068 USD / year
Out-of-State

40068 USD / year

≈ 40068 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

21348 USD / year

≈ 21348 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 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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Scholarships Information

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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