Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    Northeastern University

    Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Boston, USMPSOnline15 months
    STEM-OPT
    $52,740.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    45
    Credits

    Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University is a 45-credit, 15-month, online MPS program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $52,740 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers core areas of digital media including design thinking, technical competency, creative expression, usability, human interaction, and narrative structure through core courses, electives in areas like 3D animation, game design, social media, and a capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 6, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 3, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min For exams taken before January 21, 2026: 79 (All other graduate programs)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Graduate: 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University is $52,740 across 45 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University take to complete?
    Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University is structured around 15 months and 45 credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media at Northeastern University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)