Overview

You will study and explore a variety of emerging media and systems and have exciting practical opportunities with these tools to make, analyze, and share creative works and cultural products.

The Digital Arts and Culture program at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is student-centered, meaning that you will have the freedom to pursue your interests and tailor your coursework to meet your individual goals. Whether you want to specialize in digital storytelling, games, design, social media, or web development, our faculty, staff, and advisors will work with you to create a personalized plan of study that reflects your passion and ambition.

At the heart of the Digital Arts and Culture program is a commitment to collaboration and community-building. Throughout your academic career, you will have the chance to work with other students, faculty, and community partners on various projects to cultivate creative practices, technological skills, and a supportive network. Our program is interdisciplinary and interactive, with plenty of opportunities for hands-on learning, experimentation, and inquiry within emerging fields.

Sample Career Outcomes

A bachelor’s degree in Digital Arts and Culture (DAC) can lead to many different jobs and careers. A sampling of jobs that our DAC alumni have held include the following:

Multimedia Journalist, WREX Channel 13

Copywriter, Nasco

Media Coordinator, Hoffman York

Visual Designer, Rockwell Automation

Media Assistant, BVK

Development Assistant, Muscular Dystrophy Association

Marketing Coordinator, Credit Union National Association

Student Services Coordinator, Indiana University

Account Director, Yelp

Marketing Manager, BuySeasons, Inc.

Social Media Account Manager, BVK

Marketing Director, Texas DPS Credit Union

Digital Producer, WTMJ Channel 4

Public Relations Specialist, The Creative Company

Information Administrator, Waukesha County Department of Health and Human Services

Software Engineer, Northwestern Mutual

Business Analyst, Abbott Laboratories

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Arts: Culture, Theory, Practice

Internet Culture

Entertainment Arts: Film, Television, and the Internet

Mass Media

Digital Studio: A/V Strategies

Creative Technologies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts Digital Media View 460 other Bachelors in Digital Media 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

The bachelor’s application requirements include uploaded copies of transcripts and degree certificates. Applicants should upload copies into their application online.

Admitted students will be required to provide the original documents to upon arrival to campus. There is no need to mail anything directly to UWM during the application process.

Provide transcripts for all study, including secondary/high school and all university/college study. If the transcript is not issued in English, include an English translation.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22247 USD / year

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Living costs

Milwaukee

United States

1066 - 1767 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

UWM offers a scholarship for international students up to $6,000 per year. Additionally, students get paid to participate in research on campus, find on-campus employment, and apply for additional scholarships.

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Sample Career Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Milwaukee

Funding

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