Broadcasting and Mass Communication

Learn more about studying Broadcasting and Mass Communication as an international student.

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Key facts

Program
Bachelor's
Duration
4 years
Program
On campus
Pace
Full-time
Annual tuition fee
19,075USD
Start date
Jan, Aug
University ranking
Not ranked

Program overview

What State University of New York at Oswego says about their program:

Discover media creation and production, and the interrelated nature of media industries, while building writing, production and distribution skills. Areas of study include audio and video production, broadcast journalism, copywriting and media management with offerings covering social media and integrated media design. The program prepares students for a range of media careers, from YouTuber, vlogger or podcaster to network news and entertainment posts.

Ample hands-on practice in robust campus facilities — on air or in the control room — are hallmarks of Oswego’s broadcasting program that have launched countless successful careers. Hewitt Hall, under construction, is slated to become home to broadcasting in fall 2025 and will house state-of-the-art labs and a digital-first newsroom, in a warm, inviting new space.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicant possesses the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma;
Applicant demonstrates a minimum grade point average (GPA) equivalent to 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale

Postgraduate academic requirements

Official transcript showing confirmation of a bachelor’s or master’s degree/advanced certificate
Minimum GPA of 3.0

English proficiency

Undergraduate

IELTS
6.0
TOEFL
71
Duolingo
100
PTE
55
iTEP
80% or higher on the final level
CPE
180
CAE
180
ISE
ISE II with minimum of Merit in all categories

Postgraduate

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
79
Duolingo
105

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

ACT Average score of 19 in both English
SAT I (Critical Reading Section) 500
SAT I (Evidenced Based Reading and Writing section) 500
IGCSE First Language English C
IB Higher Level English A Literature 4
IB Higher Level English A Language and Literature 4
AS Level or A Level English or English Language Subject C
Applicant is a citizen of Australia, The Bahamas, Canada, Guam, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, New Zealand, Nigeria, Singapore, Sierra Leone or the United Kingdom; and
Applicant considers him/herself to be a native speaker of English and indicates this on the SUNY or Common Application; and
Applicant was instructed entirely in English, at least at the secondary (high school) level.

Postgraduate

UG/PG degree taught in English

Documents required

Undergraduate

Application form
Application fee
Academic transcripts
Diploma of previous studies
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Other materials, such as a Gap and College after High School Statement, may also be required on a case-by-case basis.

Postgraduate

Application form
Application fee
Academic transcripts
Diploma of previous studies
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
All international transcripts require verification via a World Education Services (WES) credit evaluation
Original bank statement with a bank official’s signature and stamp evidencing sufficient funds for one year AND if supported by a sponsor, a completed SUNY International Student Financial Statement signed and stamped by your sponsor's bank and sponsor
Two letters of recommendation

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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition
US$19,075 per year
Postgraduate tuition
US$19,773 per year
MBA tuition
US$20,781 per year

Funding

Go Oswego International Awards

Amount
US$4,000 annually (US$2,000 per semester)
Renewal
Renewable for up to 8 semesters (6 semesters for transfers with 24+ college credits) or graduation, whichever occurs first

First-Year Merit Scholarship

Requirements
First-Year Merit Scholarships are competitively awarded to full-time, first-year students with a strong record of achievement in a challenging college preparatory curriculum
Dean's First Year Amount
US$2,500 annually
Presidential First Year Amount
US$6,000 annually

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What is the cost of living near State University of New York at Oswego?

Category	Cost (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre	$1,652Range: $1,046 to $4,269
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre	$1,349Range: $891 to $2,857
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)	$214Range: $130 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)	$73Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)	$61Range: $30 to $110
Monthly public transport pass	$65Range: $35 to $138
Monthly grocery basket	$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink	$5Range: $3 to $9
Cinema or cultural event ticket	$15Range: $11 to $23
Gym membership	$45Range: $20 to $135

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for State University of New York at Oswego

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements