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Communication and Media Administration

Saginaw Valley State University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 1,074 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 564 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Mar, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Michigan, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Communication and Media Administration at Saginaw Valley State University is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Communication and Media Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 1,074 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 564 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: Michigan City, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication and Media Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Media, Meaning & Audience
  2. Organizational Leadership
  3. Intro to Research Communication Studies
  4. Capstone in Human Communication Theory
  5. Visual Criticism
  6. Intercultural Communication
  7. Current Issues in Emerging Technologies
  8. Computer Mediated Communication
  9. Cultural Studies of New Media
  10. Special Topics in CMA
  11. Introduction to Multimedia Software
  12. Experience Design
  13. Advanced Digital Imaging
  14. Social Media Strategies

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

  • A current résumé
  • A one page personal statement of accomplishments and academic goals
  • Official copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts sent directly to SVSU from any Colleges or Universities attended
  • Two completed Graduate Recommendation Forms from professional references- 
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • A demonstrated knowledge of personal computer usage and application. Knowledge of programming is desirable, but not a requirement for admission.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,074 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 564 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 1,074 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 564 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Saginaw Valley State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Saginaw Valley State University

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Saginaw Valley State University

Michigan, United States

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline Mar, 2027
  • Start Date May, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months