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College of Professional Studies

Digital Media

Master's

The Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media offers a hands-on, collaborative way to explore core creative concepts and innovative ideas in digital media.

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Program Format
Online
Time Commitment
Part time, Full time
Duration
15 - 24 Months
Entry Term(s)
Fall, Winter
Meets F1 visa requirements
No

Program overview

Build your career in digital media

Students in the Master of Professional Studies in Digital Media will build their skills and expertise while gaining familiarity with industry-standard and cutting-edge technologies. Our curriculum includes core courses, concentration electives, and a final project. Our core courses provide a baseline for developing, marketing, and managing content-rich experiences, while electives strengthen skills in six distinctive areas. In your final project, you’ll work with a faculty advisor on a personal proposal or with a small team on a project that provides tangible evidence of your abilities.

  • Complete an in-depth capstone project experience working under guidance of a faculty advisor.
  • Six concentration options provide specialized focus on distinctive areas of digital media: 3D animation, game design, digital video, social media, digital media management, or one of two tracks in interactive design-design or usability and development. Optional digital media workshops are also available.
  • Program format is designed to enhance collaboration and networking opportunities for students.
  • This is a STEM-designated graduate degree.

Companies of all sizes and industries need creative thinkers to help them build and disseminate compelling digital stories for marketing, messaging, and entertainment. Employment projections vary for each concentration, but demand and reward for user interface (UI) professionals and social media experts continues to expand at an above-average pace.

Admissions

Apply to the program

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.

Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:

Domestic Application Guidelines

International Application Guidelines*

*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.


  • Online application

  • Professional resumé

  • Unofficial undergraduate transcripts; official transcripts required at the time of admission

    • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)

  • English language proficiency proof. Students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following:

    • Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date

    • TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or NU Global Exam scores

  • Other materials may be required

Program objectives

Prepare for success

Gain key skills in digital media, from technical expertise to more effective strategies for collaboration.

Leverage your experience

Leverage your existing professional experience and knowledge in a technology-centric media world.

Apply your skills

Apply human interaction concepts and systems to a wide range of projects.

Study narrative

Study character and story development across a variety of digital media.

Understand user experience

Develop and test a variety of user experiences for different media and devices.

Break Into The Industry

No experience? No problem.

Professionals interested in switching careers can enroll in the MPS in Digital Media Connect program. These students take an additional 12 credits of foundational courses before taking the remaining MPS courses.

Market outlook
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Cost of attendance

Tuition and financial aid

  • $52,740
    Tuition in USD

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.

There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.

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Online Programs

Your education, your way

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Northeastern's online classes give you the same top-tier education you'd get in person, on a schedule that works for your lifestyle and career needs. They offer a range of videos, interactives, breakout sessions, and experience-focused learning opportunities to immerse you in the material and build community. You'll graduate with the same degree as your in-person peers.

#8

Northeastern's national ranking for Most Innovative Schools

(U.S. News & World Report, 2024)

53.5%

Percent of graduate students in the U.S. enrolled in online courses

(NCES, 2022)

97%

Percent of students in the U.S. who recommend online education

(BestColleges, 2024)

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