FAQs

The term “emerging media” reflects the accelerating pace of technological innovation in communication and communication platforms. There is always something new and this program, to a large extent, focuses on what is new. Of course, people adopt new communication technologies at different rates and sometimes stop using older technologies altogether. So the program explores new communication platforms, how and why people are using them and why people stop using older technology.

Students will learn how to assess the viability of new media as they emerge, identify meaningful trends, and develop and execute communication strategies to capitalize on new opportunities in a wide range of settings. Specifically students learn: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google AdWords, campaign management software, analytics and campaign metrics, content development and aggregation, among other skills.

Students are required to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Emerging media thrives on the diverse knowledge and skills of individuals from various disciplines. Consequently, there is no one-size-fits-all undergraduate major that is deemed ideal for pursuing graduate studies in emerging media. We enthusiastically welcome prospective students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds.

The maximum number of credits allowed for advanced standing plus transfer credit is nine (9) credits. Course approval of advanced standing and transfer credits is left up to the discretion of the individual programs. The student must have a grade of at least a B (3.000) in each course under consideration; however, only credits (not grades) are brought into Loyola. Once these courses are approved, they are posted on the Loyola transcript.

We review graduate applications on a rolling basis, which means we evaluate applications as they are received, versus waiting to evaluate all applications after a certain date. Typically, decisions are made within four weeks after a complete application has been submitted, though it may be earlier or later based on the time of year.

Students who wish to defer their enrollment must the Office of Graduate Admission and request to have their enrollment deferred.

No. Graduates receive a diploma from Loyola University Maryland, same as students who earn their degrees on campus. Neither your diploma nor transcripts will note that it’s an online degree.

Our faculty are as committed to educating each student and supporting your intellectual and personal development as they are to providing the resources and personal attention you need and deserve. Nothing sets Loyola apart more than the role faculty and other mentors will play in your experience here. In fact, few things will transform your life as much as the relationships you forge with professors. Learn more about the faculty and staff.

Online courses take place in Moodle. The platform enables students to access coursework and complete assignments on almost any device, from nearly any location around the world, whenever it’s convenient for their schedules.

In order to complete your course work online, you will need regular internet access as well as a device to play video and audio information provided by your instructor. Ensure you have access to a computer or a mobile device that can access the internet. Minimally, you will need to be able to access Moodle and read documents that are in Word, PPT, and PDF formats. Your instructor should provide you with information about any other technological needs in your course syllabus.

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The Master of Arts in Emerging Media program consists of 33 credits: nine three-credit courses and a six-credit capstone project. The Health Communication certificate consists of 15 credits: five three-credit courses.

The Master of Arts in Emerging Media program is designed to be completed in 12 months for full-time students and up to 5 years for part-time students. The Communication and Media Department allows students 3 years to complete the requirements for the Health Communication certificate.

Learn more about the current gradaute fees.

At the graduate level, individual academic departments offer a limited number of fellowships, scholarships and grants to assist students with their education expenses. Graduate assistantships are available through academic and administrative departments and students may also consider borrowing funds through the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan Program. Learn more about the types of aid.

You may contact the Director Graduate Financial Aid, Danielle Ballantyne (dballantyne@loyola.edu) or the Assistant Director, Brandon Gumabon (bggumabon@loyola.edu).

You may contact the Academic Director, Dr. Greg Hoplamazian (gjhoplamazian@loyola.edu); the Director Program Operations, Zoe Newman (zyderrickson@loyola.edu); or the Graduate Admissions Counselor, Maggie Davis (mtmellott@loyola.edu).