by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in communication & media studies at WMU. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks WMU as a strong choice for communication & media studies, ranked #505 out of 782 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Communication & Media Studies Schools | 505 of 782 |
| Best Communication & Media Studies Schools in Michigan | 8 of 18 |
| Best Communication & Media Studies Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 59 of 98 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in communication & media studies at WMU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 49 |
| Master’s | 7 |
During the most recent reporting year, Western Michigan University handed out 7 master’s degrees in communication & media studies.
WMU has not been ranked for communication & media studies at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 29% of communication & media studies master’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The largest share of communication & media studies master’s degree graduates at WMU were White. Approximately 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Michigan University with a master’s in communication & media studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
WMU awarded 7 master’s completions in communication, general recently — 71% to women and 29% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (57%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at WMU. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Communication & Media Studies | 49 |