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    College of Humanities & Sciences

  • Degree

    Bachelor of Science

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    East Falls

  • Format

    On Campus

  • Duration

    4 Years

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    Fall

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    Full Time

We Train Transformative Communicators For 21st Century Opportunities

What is the Communication & Media Studies program at Jefferson? It is where transformative communicators are prepared for success in careers across the entire spectrum of 21st-century media. Jefferson’s Communication students benefit from personal attention from industry-prepared faculty while taking advantage of the broader opportunities available at a large professionally oriented university. Students can tailor their career preparation to their personal and professional interests, with opportunities in sports communication, fashion communication, health communication, and more.

In the Communication & Media Studies program you will: 

  • Develop skills in community advocacy, public speaking, storytelling, and effective team management
  • Create multimedia projects with industry-specific communication technology in our dedicated media lab
  • Gain real-world experience through internships in marketing, public relations or other related areas or engagement with community organizations
  • Work closely with faculty with a wide range of industry experience, such as in fashion, health, or sports communication
  • Explore your interests as you develop preparation for a career in public relations, sports journalism, fashion journalism, or other communication professions

Watch: I Am A Communication & Media Studies Major

Hear firsthand from our students about what it's like to be a Communication & Media Studies major.

To watch more Jefferson academic program videos, visit the "Programs at Jefferson" playlist on our YouTube channel.


Employment Opportunities

After completing our program, our graduates have launched careers in fields such as:

  • Journalism
  • Broadcasting
  • Public Relations
  • Marketing
  • Social media management
  • Family and small businesses

Student & Faculty Profiles

Meet our Student: Chris Corsaro

Chris is currently in the communication program at Jefferson, also pursuing a double-minor in sports management and graphic design.

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Meet our Faculty: Nicole “Nikki” Lemire-Garlic, JD, PhD 

Nikki is a visiting assistant professor in the Communication and Media Studies program.

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Get in Touch

Name: Bryce J. Renninger, PhD, JD
Position: Director & Assistant Professor, Communication & Media Studies Program
Email: Bryce.Renninger@jefferson.edu
Contact Number(s):
  • 215-951-2858

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Email: enroll@jefferson.edu
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