Gain Practical Skills and Hands-On Experience in Media
Prepare for a dynamic career in communications and media at Webster University. Our programs are designed to give you a competitive edge, whether you want to become a filmmaker, journalist or game designer. Choose from our 15 undergraduate and graduate programs, including the Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Strategic Communications, the Bachelor of Science in Sound Recording and Engineering, and the Master of Arts in Strategic Communications.
You’ll learn from professors who are experts in their field and have real-world experience in the media industry. With our creative approach and small classes, you get the individualized support and skills you need to succeed in today’s media industry.
School of Communications Academic Degrees and Programs
Your journey to a successful career in media and professional communication starts with our undergraduate degrees, minors and certificates. In every program, we focus on a mix of real-world experience and classroom learning to prepare you for a job.
Bachelor's Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts in Animation
- Bachelor of Arts in Film, Television and Video Production
- Bachelor of Arts in Games and Game Design
- Bachelor of Arts in Interactive Digital Media
- Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Strategic Communications
- Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
- Bachelor of Arts in Media Production
- Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Photography
- Bachelor of Arts in Scriptwriting
- Bachelor of Arts in Sports Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Sound Recording and Engineering
Undergraduate Minors
- Minor in Animation Production
- Minor in Interactive Digital Media
- Minor in Integrated Strategic Communications
- Minor in Film Studies
- Minor in Film, Television and Video Production
- Minor in Journalism
- Minor in Media Studies
- Minor in Online Content Creation
- Minor in Photography
- Minor in Scriptwriting
- Minor in Sound Recording and Engineering
- Minor in Sports Communication
Undergraduate Certificates
- Documentary Production
- Interactive Marketing Communications
- Magazine Production
- Motion Graphic Design
- Social Media Management
Global Citizenship Program
Living and working in the 21st century demands more complex skills and abilities than ever before. Our Global Citizenship Program is a set of undergraduate degree requirements and a general education program curated specifically to help students confront and solve our universal challenges.
Elevate your career and leadership potential with our Master of Arts (MA) in Strategic Communications. Designed for aspiring and current communication professionals, this comprehensive program fosters the critical thinking, creativity and ethics needed to excel in today's dynamic media landscape.
Online Master of Arts (MA) Program
Webster's Advantage for Aspiring Media Experts
Personalized Learning
Benefit from one-on-one attention and build strong relationships with your peers and faculty in our small classes.
Creative Community
Join a fun, creative group with student newspapers, a photo gallery, a film series and many student clubs.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Work with professional-grade tools and top-notch facilities, including our new virtual cinema system.
“They have so much technology, hands-on equipment … and that’s how you learn. The class sizes are small, and everybody made me feel comfortable. I built relationships with people.”
BA in Audio in Media Arts, ‘23
Admissions and Financial Aid for Webster Communication Programs
Apply to Programs
Start your online application for an communications and media degree or certificate today.
Calculate Tuition and Financial Aid
Review undergraduate tuition and fees and discover scholarships, grants and opportunities on the undergraduate financial aid page.
See graduate tuition and fees and learn about loans and funding sources on the graduate financial aid page.
Connect with an Admissions Advisor
Get the help you need to succeed. Our advisors are here for you. Graduate students work with a dedicated advisor, and undergraduate students get help from the Academic Advising Center. We have undergraduate degree plans to help you choose your classes. Your advisor will help you customize your plan to fit your busy life.
You can also learn about our internship programs and find useful career resources to prepare for a job in communications.
Inside Our School of Communications
Faculty and Staff
Our faculty are more than just teachers — they are experts in the field who bring real-world experience to the classroom. They are masters of multimedia and communications, dedicated to teaching you how to craft and deliver messages that inspire people to take action in today's dynamic environment.
Spotlight on Emerging Technology in Media Production
Webster University's state-of-the art virtual cinema system and newly renovated facilities housed at the School of Communications were recently featured on Channel 9 PBS's "Living St. Louis." The new facilities put Webster at the forefront of new media production methods, ensuring Webster's success into the next century of cinema creation.
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Webster University, a Global Learning Community
Founded in 1915, Webster University is an independent nonprofit institution with students studying at campus locations in North America, Europe and Asia, and in a robust online learning environment. With its main campus in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, Webster University’s network of faculty, staff, students and alumni forge powerful bonds with each other and their communities around the globe. Prepare for your next step and explore our community resources.
