MA in Film and Media Studies
at Columbia University, New York

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Overview

The Columbia University offers a really good MA in Film and Media Studies program at the PG level, which lasts for 2 years. To get admission to the program, students must meet the requirements for the course which include having a valid score on tests like IELTS. The Columbia University tuition fee for the first year of the MA in Film and Media Studies is USD 61,172. Also, the students should budget well for living expenses, which has:

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Duration	2 years Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹65.50 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MA in Film and Media Studies

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Fees

When planning for the MA in Film and Media Studies, applicants should consider the financial aspects involved. Every student must pay the first-year tuition fee of USD 61,172. Additionally it is also important to account for living expenses such as accommodation, food, and utility costs. Such expenses may vary according to living styles and other fees added by the Columbia University. To know about the complete breakdown of the Columbia University MA in Film and Media Studies fee structure and all other cost-element-wise expenditures for an elaborate cost overview, please check the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 65,49,875

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 15,66,799
Total approximate fees	INR 15,66,799

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.67 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 12ᵗʰ September 2025

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for MA in Film and Media Studies at Columbia University can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in M.A. at Columbia University

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#9	Communication and Media Studies QS, 2025
#12	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2025
#4	Political Sciences ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2024

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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Columbia University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

67% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.5

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty5

Student Life3.5

Value for money2.5

Public transportation5

Safety4

Indian Food3.5

Permanent Immigration3.5

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MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

Offered by Columbia University

4.6

Columbia University: Fostering Brilliance and Innovation

Tips: Networking is the key. Make as many connections as possible. New York is an amazing place to be and make the most of it. There is a Shardarshish scholarship which waves 50% tuition fees and also numerous graduate research assistant roles available if interested.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The diversity of faculty is amazing with most of them graduating from the top universities. Their knowledge on the subject is remarkable and they challenge you to be better and work harder. They let you engage in projects and conduct many office hours for discussions

Dislikes (Internships): The coursework and the brand value added because of Columbia University is great which lands you in a good internship but there are comparatively fewer career fairs than other universities. The career advisors are super helpful in guiding and suggesting changes to resumes and cover letters.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more

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Anonymous

MS in Data Science - Batch of 2026

Offered by Columbia University

3.6

Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce.

Tips: Be mentally prepared before coming, the scholarships are rare, you need to be best at what you do. The competition is fierce, and things are not so dreamy anymore in the USA. But if you are good at it, you can make it. I am satisfied, hopefully I will get a job, and it will be easier for me.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Mostly, the faculty are adjunct faculty, giving a more practical experience. The faculty is diverse and well-rounded, and the way things are done here is different from in India. They are more concerned with practicality than with theoretical knowledge, so you need to study and prepare on your own.

Dislikes (Value for money): Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce. Off-campus jobs don't pay well compared to the living costs. There are better private schools that offer scholarships you can attend. Brand value still matters in today's world, though.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2300

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 87000

Reviewed on 1 May 2025Read more

Anonymous

Computer Science Master's Degree - Vision, Graphics, Interaction and Robotics - Batch of 2026

Offered by Columbia University

Ivy League Tag does not work anymore.

Tips: No overwhelming cultural shift that I have experienced as of now. I didn't get any scholarship, they pay you nothing, no on campus jobs and even if you get any, you'll be paid peanuts. You basically take a crore rupees loan, study and work like a machine and still end up with no internship call, no certainty about jobs.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Excellent faculty, coursework, teaching and most importantly research. But don't expect to get paid for your research. They won't pay you. They'll ask you to take it for credit. All professors are great researchers and top in their domain but not all are good teachers.

Dislikes (Value for money): It's very expensive with zero or very few on campus jobs paying you peanuts. No proper career fair for internships. Uncertainty of jobs, constantly changing government regulations, disregarding all the effort and money we put to study here. Disregard for your skill and knowledge.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2125

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80575

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more

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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University
Highlights

MA in Film and Media Studies is offered by School of the Arts under Columbia University, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 2 Years.
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MA in Film and Media Studies
at
Columbia University

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