Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Communication, Culture and Media in Philadelphia United States | Drexel University
Drexel University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,690
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Communication, Culture and Media (CCM) program is ideal for students with academic interests seeking foundational knowledge in communication and media research. Participants can explore potential advanced studies or pursue their passion for mass media, digital communication, cultural analysis, societal transformation, and media studies. The CCM curriculum fosters cross-disciplinary perspectives by drawing on faculty expertise in anthropology, linguistics, sociology, and communication studies. Program alumni pursue diverse career paths including digital content specialists, brand consultants, media strategists, policy researchers, and other related fields.
This graduate program mandates completion of 45.0 credit hours along with a significant research project or analytical paper developed during studies. Students can complete the communication master's degree part-time in about three years or full-time in five terms (approximately 18 months). With nearly half the curriculum consisting of electives, learners can customize their educational experience to align with professional aspirations and personal interests.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended Please note that transcripts are required regardless of number of credits taken or if the credits were transferred to another school An admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
MS program GRE scores are not required but are recommended for applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.2
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 or 600 or 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
MS program A 1000word statement of purpose is required describing how the Communication Culture and Media program fits your interests and goals
MS program Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
MS program GRE scores are not required but are recommended for applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 3.2
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 or 600 or 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
MS program A 1000word statement of purpose is required describing how the Communication Culture and Media program fits your interests and goals
MS program Two letters of recommendation are required
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Tuition
USD
42,690