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Long Island University

Broadcasting (BFA)

Program Information

School:Long Island University
Faculty:School of Film & Digital Media
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Broadcast Journalism
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
Description:

The 120-credit Bachelor of Fine Arts in Broadcasting opens students to the world of digital radio, digital video, webcasting and multimedia. This major prepares students for careers as varied as documentary producers, television writers, web video producers, news anchors, writers, radio broadcasters, and interview hosts. Courses cover the technical and creative aspects of this field, including new technologies, digital audio and video production and editing as well as narrative development and cultural dimensions of media. Students will work behind the scenes, writing scripts for broadcasts and operating television and radio equipment, and also practice on-air skills through work at LIU Post’s TV station, PTV, and radio station, WCWP. Students develop an understanding of a variety of storytelling styles and formats in both radio and television. LIU Post students intern at some of the nation’s top media organizations, including CBS, MTV Networks, NBC TV, Z-100, WBAB, W WFAN Radio, HGTV, and News 12, Long Island.

URL:Broadcasting (BFA) at Long Island University
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*

Cost is an approximation, converted to Canadian dollars.

Careers:1

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80
Prerequisites:*
Additional Admission Requirements:

    Undergraduate Admissions:

    • Complete the online application at liu.edu/apply
    • Submit transcripts from all high schools and post-secondary institutions attended
    • [Optional] Submit SAT or ACT Test Scores (SAT: LIU Code 2369/ ACT: LIU Code 2792)

    If you previously enrolled at a college or university located outside of the U.S., course-by-course credential evaluation must be completed by a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Visit Frequently Asked Questions | Long Island University for more details. 

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 14, 2025