Masters Degree   Iowa

Best Colleges for Masters Degree
in Communication and Media Studies

7 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

7 Colleges
📍 Iowa
🎓 Masters Degree

Showing 1–7 of 7 colleges in Iowa

Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 64.1%
Annual cost
$62,407/yr
Grad earnings
$71,901
SAT avg
1,288
ACT mid
28
Apply by Feb 15 Decision Mar 15
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Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 64.1%
Annual cost
$62,407/yr
Grad earnings
$71,901
SAT avg
1,288
ACT mid
28
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Jan 15
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University of Dubuque
Dubuque, Iowa
🏢 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 86.9%
Annual cost
$51,060/yr
Grad earnings
$51,190
SAT avg
1,119
ACT mid
N/A
Rolling admissions — apply anytime
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in Communication and Media Studies in Iowa?
7 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in Communication and Media Studies in Iowa, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Communication and Media Studies in Iowa?
Drake University leads with median graduate earnings of $71,901 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which Communication and Media Studies colleges in Iowa have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University of Dubuque. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Communication and Media Studies programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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