Brown College's broadcasting program is a respected and well-established training ground for radio talent. According to the school's website, 23 of its graduates are in the Minnesota Radio Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Located in Mendota Heights, the school offers an associate of applied science degree in radio broadcasting with a focus on online radio and podcasts.
For production, business and technical aspects of the music industry, McNally Smith College of Music in St. Paul offers diploma/certification programs along with bachelor's and associate's degrees. Choose from popular fields such as music business, music technology, audio/recording engineering and live sound engineering. Jobs in the field aren't limited to on-air personalities or event DJs, so McNally prepares students for careers with numerous internship opportunities.
In Minneapolis, Art Institutes International offers audio career training for entry-level jobs including audio engineer, radio producer and promoter. The intensive program supplies students with ample experience and a bachelor of science degree in the specialized area of their choice. Art Institutes International is a for-profit, nationwide chain of campuses.
On the campus of Minnesota State University in Mankato, students can pursue bachelor's degree programs in mass communications (including radio broadcasting). Those accepted to the program choose from journalism, media studies and public relations as their emphasis. The program includes a real-world internship created and sponsored by the university, followed by graduation and help with job placement in a media position.