Each year the Board of New Media Centers decides whether to open the admissions process for accredited institutions of higher education as academic members of New Media Centers.
Applications are generally available each fall for admission the following year.
Viability - The center has a realistic budget and an adequate level of staffing and administration support to accomplish its proposed goals. Collaboration - The center will engage in collaboration with other entities on campus and beyond, both within the New Media Centers consortium and within other communities. Innovation - This center demonstrates innovative methodologies, assessments, pedagogy, or uses of new media in a distinctive and innovative manner, and through industry partnerships. Although the application process for 2001 is closed, you may view the application for reference, below.