The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Strategic Communication offers a flexible structure taught by experienced professionals in public relations, public affairs, advertising, and integrated marketing communications. As a graduate student, you have access to individual consultations and mentoring provided by faculty and the professional network who supports the program. In our program, you have the freedom to focus on coursework that best matches your professional interests: media relations, strategic writing, event planning and management, visual communication, online public relations, or school public relations.
Completed Application FormFoundation CoursesNote about Foundation Courses: MAPR 02317 Publication Layout and Design or its equivalent as determined by the department. The foundation course may be completed while enrolled in the program, however, credits for the foundation course do not count toward the program's credit requirements.Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learningOfficial transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)Current professional resumeEssay:Topic: Describe the kind of writing you see yourself doing in your professional life or how you might use this program to advance your teaching career. Educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant. Try to place your objectives within a context that includes your past experience. Especially given that this is a writing program, use the statement as an opportunity to demonstrate your writing skillsTwo letters of recommendationLetters of recommendation should be from professional administrators and include information which attests to applicant's ability to pursue a graduate degreeMinimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)Submission of official GRE test resultsWriting sampleBrochures, flyers, professional statements, and other written and printed works are encouraged; as well as any other materials that have been professionally published.