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    Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.)

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    East Lansing, USMAIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $53,212.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    42%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    50
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 18-month, in-person MA program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $53,212 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program focuses on the design, management, and use of information and communication technologies and their societal impacts, with customizable focus areas including game studies, HCI/UX, and media policy. Students engage in hands-on classes, research labs, and real-world projects.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE: This is not required, but is accepted as part of the application packet.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 85 (No subscore below 19 for reading, listening, and speaking and no subscore below 22 for writing)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (no subscore below 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University is $53,212 across 30 required credits.
    Is Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 or higher GPA
    Is Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Telecommunication, Information Studies and Media (M.A.) at Michigan State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.