Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Boone and Hickory campuses in United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for electronic media/broadcasting and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting

Hands-on experience in the classroom. Applying what you learn in classes by working with App State's award-winning, student-run media organizations. Creating a digital media portfolio to share with potential employers.

Sound interesting? Consider the Electronic Media/Broadcasting (EM/B) major offered by the Department of Communication at App State.

Here you will learn the skills needed to launch your career in the electronic media/broadcasting field. The EM/B curriculum provides a well-rounded introduction to the history, principles and practices of digital media production.

As an EM/B student, you will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of the digital storytelling process – from idea development to finished work. Before you graduate, you will create digital media content and an online portfolio to showcase your work.

Opportunities for practical and applied production experience include student-run media outlets 90.5 WASU-FM, known as "The App"; AppTV, which offers a wide range of programming and production opportunities, including the Appalachian Weekly News broadcast program; The Appalachian newspaper organization; and The Peel Literature and Arts Review.

Disciplines

TechnologyCommunication and Writing

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting

Anchor Person
Audio Engineer
Creative Director
Director
Executive Producer
Field Producer
Floor Manager
Media Buyer
Radio or TV Narrator
News Commentator
Radio or TV News Reporter
Photojournalist
Producer
Radio Program Director
Radio Reporter
Radio or TV Sales Representative
Sales Manager
Sports Announcer
Station Manager
Technical Director
TV programming department
Videographer

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting at Appalachian State University

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Electronic Media/Broadcasting at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone