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Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communication and Media Arts with Concentrations in Video

University of St. Francis

USA,Illinois

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 38,110/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1920

Total Students: 3,750 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

500 Wilcox St, Joliet, IL 60435, United States

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

Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communication and Media Arts with Concentrations in Video

Program Overview

On the front page, on the home page, on camera, or behind the microphone… these are just a few of the places you’ll find University of St. Francis Communication & Media Arts (CMMA) majors.

Communication & Media Arts is a broad field that touches on every aspect of human social behavior. Along with traditional communication theory, media writing, and broadcast/print production, you will learn about new and emerging electronic media. Digital media, wikis, video sharing, podcasts, blogs and social media are altering the way we communicate. In CMMA you will explore the fast-changing fields of advertising, public relations, journalism and broadcasting.

Students are encouraged to “jump in with both feet” from the moment they step on campus by:

Writing articles or taking photos for the USF Encounter student news magazine
Filling air shifts on USF’s radio station, WCSF 88.7 FM
Creating graphics for a television or video production
Producing on-location video news stories
Designing websites for the community and completing real world projects
Developing storytelling techniques for social media

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 38,110 per year

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

Living Cost in University of St. Francis

CAD 14,000 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 - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 54.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Merit scholarships available at the undergrad level based on US CGPA.

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.