Bachelor in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $42,500 per year for full-time undergraduate students..

Graduates are qualified to work as sports journalists, media producers, or communications specialists in sports organizations. The programme focuses on hands-on storytelling across print, video, audio, and digital platforms. Students cover NCAA Division I athletics, produce live broadcasts, and complete a senior capstone project. Faculty with industry experience guide students through reporting, branding, and strategic communications.

Focus areas include Sports reporting, Media production, Public relations, Brand management, Crisis communication, Strategic promotions.

The programme requires 120 credit hours, including coursework in journalism, production, and communications, with a capstone project in the final year.

Graduates enter roles such as sports reporter, media producer, public relations specialist, or communications coordinator in sports teams, media companies, or athletic departments.

Applicants must submit high school transcripts, standardized test scores, and a personal statement. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Additional materials may be required for the 3+3 Law and Journalism program.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Drake University places students in Des Moines, a city with connections to the arts, business, politics, and food. The campus offers an open environment for students who want to begin with a clear academic interest or take time to discover a direction. Hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and support designed to help students gain their footing are part of the Drake experience.

Academic options span more than 150 programs across seven colleges and schools. Faculty help students connect classroom learning with research, internships, and other practical experiences. Personalized mentorship is central to the student experience, with faculty available to support students as they work toward their goals. Global perspectives are integrated into campus life through learning alongside students from around the world and opportunities on campus and across the globe.

Community service is also part of learning at Drake. Students, faculty, and staff contribute more than 230,000 hours each year through volunteer work, outreach, and pro-bono service in the Des Moines community. International students can expect a setting that links academic study with local engagement and global perspectives, while the city provides access to cultural, civic, business, and culinary experiences beyond campus.