About EMDD

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Ball State University’s Emerging Media Design and Development program is an interdisciplinary, project-based master’s degree. From creative writers to website designers, our program welcomes a variety of disciplines to build human-centered solutions. Register for an upcoming information session here.

Admission Requirements

You must have a bachelor’s degree from an institution recognized by a regional accrediting association.

You must have earned a minimum of a 2.75 GPA from the undergraduate degree-granting institution.

Our program does not require you to take the GRE.

Materials

A current resume
A 1,000-word statement of purpose, which should explain your reason for applying to the program and specifically how the coursework and lab experience will enhance your career
A 2,500-5,000-word academic or professional writing sample, which should demonstrate an ability to complete formal writing projects
A design or creative portfolio, which should illustrate your skill set. There are no specific requirements for this. Instead, you should showcase what you have made.

Plan of Study

We offer two track options that influence your required credit hours and learning objectives. Visit the Ball State University course catalog for a full list of updated courses.

Professional Track

The ProTrack option is a 33-credit hour program that emphasizes professional development across relative EMDD fields or industries. Students take the EMDD Capstone course in lieu of a creative project or thesis.

Academic Track

The Academic track option is a 36-credit hour program, which requires students to create and defend a thesis or creative project.

Course Completion Options

Once you’ve determined a plan of study, choose a course structure that best suits your life.

On-Campus

Our on-campus option holds classes on the Ball State University campus. This traditional structure is a great fit for local, full-time students. During the two-year program, students take three courses in both the Fall and Spring semester.

Low-residency

Our low-residency program is structured to accommodate working professionals and distant learners. During the two-year program, students take two courses each Fall, Spring, and Summer semester. Students are required to attend an in-person workshop at the start of each semester. The remaining course work is digitally accessible.