Broadcasting and digital media
Bachelor of Arts
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Behind most news or entertainment programs on television, radio or the web is a team of specially trained broadcast professionals working to make it happen.
In our program, you will learn how to write, shoot video, edit, produce and direct all types of broadcasts and digital formats. You will develop the technical skills and broad media knowledge to create and deliver content for news, sports, documentaries, marketing, commercials, entertainment and more.
As a student in this program, you’ll gain practical experience through student productions, special projects, university broadcast programs and other hands-on learning opportunities.
Overview
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Broadcast your vision
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Want a career in television, radio or digital media production
- Are a creative thinker
- Like working with technology
- Have excellent organizational and communication skills
- Have good presentation and verbal communication skills
Career outcomes
Current job openings
324 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Reporters and Journalists
$48,742 - Film and Video Editors
$55,634 - Producers and Directors • Technical Directors and Managers
$69,277 - Sound Engineering Technicians
$77,949 - Motion Picture Projectionists
$37,716
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Scholarships
Unlock scholarship opportunities at University of Idaho! When you apply to U of I, you're automatically considered for scholarships. We also offer a variety of scholarships based on experience, background and academic programs that you can apply for to help pay for college.
Explore available scholarships on our Scholarships website.
Program specific scholarships
- Ben and Patricia Doty Scholarship
- Betty Ann Sechser Scholarship
- David Maxey Scholarship
- Hogue Family Literary Scholarship
- Inez Robb Scholarship
- James R Golden Scholarship
- Kristin David Memorial Scholarship
- Louise Schlegel Bevens Scholarship
- Lucile Bondurant Scholarship
- Mary Axtell Bailey Scholarship
- Theodore Florentz Scholarship
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- The Argonaut (newspaper)
- Blot (magazine)
- KUOI-FM (radio)
- KUID-TV (television)
- ESPN+ (sports television)
Internships
- KXLY Broadcast Group (Spokane)
- KREM Television (Spokane)
- KHQ Television (Spokane)
- Northwest Public Radio (Moscow-Pullman)
- KTVB Television (Boise)
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.