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Master of Arts in Media Arts

Central Michigan University

USA,Michigan

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 15,435/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Michigan

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1892

Total Students: 15,465 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48859, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Media Arts

Program Overview

Step into a media landscape that's constantly evolving. Our master's in media arts program equips you to work, teach and create in today’s fast-moving world of mass media. You’ll gain hands-on experience in one of four focused tracks: electronic media studies, media management, media production or film theory and criticism. Here, it's about more than just learning the tools—it's about mastering them to tell powerful stories, lead creative teams and shape the future of media.

How our master's in media arts degree grows digital storytelling expertise

Take your understanding of mass media to the next level with CMU’s master's in media program. Whether you’re looking to create, manage or analyze media, you’ll learn how to shape content that resonates in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Choose one of four specialized tracks—electronic media studies, electronic media management, electronic media production or film theory and criticism—that blend theory and hands-on practice. Your coursework won’t just end in the classroom. You'll actively apply what you’ve learned through projects that directly enhance your expertise, such as contributing to campus media outlets like Moore Hall Television, WMHW radio, Moore Media Records or the CMU Film Society.

Faculty here aren’t just teachers—they’re active media professionals who bring real-world insights from fields like broadcasting, online media and film. Through close mentorship and small class sizes, you’ll gain both the technical skills and critical thinking needed to thrive in a media career.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

10 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Not Available
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,435 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Central Michigan University

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 7.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 100

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.