Overview

A Mass Communication major will help you to develop the use of practical skills, as well as come away with an in-depth knowledge of the effects of the mass media on society.

Majors learn how the various fields in mass communication are structured and function, and broaden their understanding of how the media has shifted in a digital landscape.

This major prepares you for career options, especially in the broadly defined fields of print and broadcast journalism, new media, advertising, strategic public relations and integrated communications. Courses explore relevant theories of mass communication, research being conducted in the field, and legal issues, statutes and regulations affecting mass communication.

Mission Statement

The mission at Towson University is to inspire, educate, and prepare educators as facilitators of active learning for diverse and inclusive communities of learners in environments that are technologically advanced. In this process, faculty assume the responsibility for designing, developing, implementing, and assessing academic programs.

Accreditation

Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Towson University (TOWSONU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Towson University (TOWSONU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Using Information Effectively in Mass Communication
Mass Communication
Honors Introduction to Mass Communication
Principles of Advertising
Rinciples of Strategic Public Relations And Integrated Communication
Newswriting
Writing for The Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Students who apply after the Regular Decision deadline, 1st February, are reviewed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Towson, United States

Disciplines

Media Management Media Studies & Mass Media View 268 other Bachelors in Media Management 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

Submit your bachelor's degree application and $45 fee online.
Submit your secondary and post-secondary academic record(s).
Submit test results of English proficiency.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

29820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29820 USD per year during 48 months.
National

29820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29820 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11728 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Towson

1797 - 3043 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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