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About the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication
Shape the Future of Storytelling
The Master of Communication: Digital Media and Storytelling program is for makers of all forms of digital content who want to turn ideas into compelling, marketable stories and explore new ways of storytelling using today's technology and digital platforms. Learn from award-winning faculty, build a standout portfolio, and gain the tools to engage audiences and elevate your career.
Advance Your Career in One Year
Our streamlined program is designed for maximum efficiency, enabling you to complete your degree in one year.
Built around the skills today’s employers are actively seeking, the program trains you to write, shoot, and edit compelling digital content that stands out across platforms. You’ll develop a strong foundation in digital media, explore emerging technologies and trends, and learn to craft stories that engage audiences and drive meaningful impact.
Classes are held on weekday evenings at Loyola's Water Tower Campus, conveniently located off the Red Line in the heart of Chicago.
Are you a current Loyola undergrad?
This program is eligible for an Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's degree. Earn a Master’s with only one extra year of study following the completion of your eligible undergraduate degree.
LEARN MOREWhy Choose Loyola for Your Master of Communication?
Our unique, award-winning program has a stellar reputation in the industry — both our faculty and students have been recognized by the Broadcast Education Association (BEA) for the excellence of their work, and the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has recognized our students for their work in short and long form content.
- Tell the story — your way
- Small class cohorts = greater personal experience
- Skill up for today's careers
- State-of-the-art digital tools
- Career-focused mentorship
- Student Work in Action
- STEM-designated degree
Design a curriculum that aligns with your interests, goals, and career plans. Whether you’re drawn to communication, journalism, advertising, public relations, or documentary filmmaking, you’ll gain the tools and techniques to craft compelling stories using today’s most innovative digital methods.
With only about 18 students in each summer cohort, the program fosters close connections and personalized guidance from faculty. You’ll benefit from individual attention while also enjoying opportunities to collaborate with classmates and engage with industry professionals.
Digital media and communication expertise are essential in every field and industry. This program equips you with the latest tools and techniques to create powerful, engaging content that can be applied across a wide range of professional settings. Students also gain practical experience through Rambler Productions.
Train with the latest professional cameras, editing software, and multimedia equipment in our OWL Lab and technology labs. No matter where your career leads, you'll graduate prepared to confidently use the digital tools and technologies employers expect from day one.
Our faculty provide personalized guidance to help you identify the right path—whether you’re pursuing a new career in digital media or seeking to strengthen your marketability in your current field. Along the way, you’ll build a professional digital portfolio in the heart of Chicago, a global hub for communication and business. Students also engage in collaborative projects, including real-world initiatives like the Stan's Donuts marketing project, allowing them to put classroom learning into practice.
Our students don’t just learn digital media—they create it. Throughout the program, you’ll build a professional portfolio that showcases your creativity, technical skills, and career readiness. Beyond individual portfolios, students can explore co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities on the Student Activities page, gaining hands-on experience and connecting with the wider Loyola community.
The Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication is STEM-certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. With a national shortage of professionals trained in STEM-related fields, employers are actively pursuing STEM degree holders.
Meet the Faculty
The School of Communication’s 30+ full-time faculty members are highly experienced teachers and enterprising scholars with significant backgrounds as professional communicators. Our instructors come from a variety of backgrounds, but they all share the same passion: bringing their experience to the classroom. Our faculty have worked at places such as ABC and CBS news, CNN and the Chicago Tribune, large ad agencies and public relations firms, and have produced and distributed films that have aired nationally. From advertising to film to international journalism, you’ll learn from some of the field’s experts.
Faculty & StaffDigital Media and Storytelling: Career Connections
While digital media and communication skills are used by professionals across fields and industries, specific media and communication-related jobs include:
- Creative Project Manager
- Digital Media Strategist
- Multimedia Journalist
- Documentary Filmmaker
- Chief Storyteller
- Digital Content Producer
- Social Media Editor
- Creative Copywriter
- Senior Communication and Graphics Specialist
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can access career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center, as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for media and communication careers and other fields that interest you.
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Curriculum and Program Outcomes
While courses for the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication program may vary from semester to semester, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.
Additionally, this resource will provide Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
2025-2026 Catalog
Browse Academic CatalogDigital Media and Storytelling Results and Skills
The master of communication allows you to develop the skills in demand for any professional working with digital media, content, and marketing. These include:
- Video Production & Editing
- Writing & Story Development
- Digital and Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing and Content Strategy
- Project Management & Capstone Execution
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your graduate and professional studies a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.
If you are a current Loyola undergraduate or alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.
Tuition and Costs
The estimated tuition and fees for the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication totals $36450.00, or 30 credit hours at a cost of $1,215.00 per credit hour. Please note that tuition and fees for all of Loyola's academic programs are subject to change.
For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
School of Communication Financial Aid & Scholarships
Information about scholarships can be found on the Financial Aid Office website.
Appointments and Events
Whether you’re just beginning your search, in the midst of the application process, or eager to explore our graduate and professional programs, our admissions staff is here to assist you every step of the way.
Schedule an AppointmentThe School of Communication offers graduate open houses, information sessions, individual appointments, open Zoom and text sessions, and a multitude of other ways to get to know us better.
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Application Process
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Summer: Rolling admission
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication include:
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
1 Letter of Recommendation
3.0 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose Details
Your statement of purpose should address the three points below and be minimum one page in length, double spaced.
Identify your career goals.
Explain how the Digital Media and Storytelling Program can help you achieve your career goals.
How does your background experience qualify you as a candidate for the program?
Official Documents
Applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended. Official transcripts are those that are sent directly by the college/university to Loyola University Chicago. Transcripts (with U.S. educational credentials) sent by the student to Loyola are considered unofficial documents, and while they may be utilized for initial review of your application, official transcripts are still required. Official documents should be sent by the institution to gradapp@luc.edu.
International Applicant Requirements
An official English language proficiency exam is required for international applicants whose native language is not English. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit an official transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation cannot be waived, and unofficial transcripts will not be accepted for international applicants.
Please visit our International Applicant Requirements page for specific information regarding the application process for international students.
Start Your Application
Applying online to the Digital Media and Storytelling Master of Communication program is a swift, uncomplicated, and cost-free process. After submission, you can proceed to send and upload any additional requirements.
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