Bachelor in Mass Communication/Media Studies (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Mass Communication/Media Studies (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $28,500 per year for full-time students..

This programme is a full-time, on-campus bachelor’s degree that lasts four years. Students begin hands-on multimedia production in the first semester. They work in real media environments including Dean TV, Dean News Network, and WGAO 88.3 FM. WGAO 88.3 FM is also known as Power 88 Radio. The curriculum includes both theoretical study and practical experience. Students gain experience in digital audio, HD video, website content, and social media. They also learn about sports broadcasting. Project-based learning allows students to shape their experience. On-air opportunities are available to help students build real-world skills.

Focus areas include Multimedia production, Sports broadcasting, Digital audio, HD video, Social media and content creation, News writing and reporting.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across general education, major-specific coursework, and experiential learning. Students complete production courses, internships, and work on student-run media outlets as part of their degree requirements.

Graduates enter roles in television and radio broadcasting, multimedia production, news reporting, sports media, social media content creation, and media relations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of a personal statement and official transcripts is required. No standardized test scores are required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 74% of applicants.

Dean College in Franklin, Massachusetts, blends a long collegiate tradition with a personal, career-focused approach to higher education. Established in 1865, Dean serves about 1,600 students and offers the intimacy of a small campus where faculty know students by name and mentoring is central to academic life. Its New England location sits within reach of Boston and regional industry hubs, providing access to internships and professional networks while preserving a close-knit campus community.

Programs emphasize hands-on learning across arts, sciences and business, with flexible degree and certificate options tailored to individual goals. Practical experiences, including internships, performance opportunities and applied projects, are woven into curricula so graduates leave with tangible work samples and employer connections. Campus facilities include modern labs, rehearsal spaces and collaborative studios that support both creative practice and career preparation.

International students receive specialized admissions guidance, orientation and academic advising to ease the transition and promote success. Student services support career placement, experiential learning and cultural integration through clubs, community engagement and study-away options. For students who value close mentorship, applied learning and clear pathways to internships and employment, Dean College offers a compact, student-centered environment that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and further study.