Master of Arts in Applied Communication Studies

Program Description

The Department of Applied Communication Studies, housed in the College of Arts and Sciences, offers a program leading to the master of arts in applied communication studies, with specializations available in corporate and organizational communication, health communication, interpersonal communication, or public relations. The graduate program in applied communication studies provides students with a broad curriculum, designed to deepen their understanding of communication theory and their ability to analyze, generate and apply communication research, as well as to enhance their knowledge and skills necessary for their development as leaders across an array of communication professions.  Graduates with a master's degree in applied communication studies are qualified for careers in business, industry, nonprofit and governmental settings, as well as in higher education (at the community college level). Mastery of communication theory, research methods and application strategies is particularly relevant for students seeking careers in fields such as management, training and development, sales, advertising, public relations, community relations, intra- and inter-organizational communication, consulting, fundraising, event organizing, community health relations, communication training in health organizations, and human resources. Recent graduates of our program have successfully secured positions at St. Louis Community College, John A. Logan College, various public relations and communication management agencies in Illinois and the greater St. Louis area, Paraquad, Challenge Unlimited and Purina. 

Admission Requirements

  1. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75
  2. Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment

IELTS Requirements

Listening Reading Writing Speaking Overall
6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5

Remarks:

  • I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $33,203.
  • Total 30 Credit course(Yearly fee given)

Course Features
  • Country United States of America
  • City Edwardsville
  • State Illinois
  • Course Duration 2 Year
  • Application fee 40 USD
  • Tuition fees yearly 15,750 USD
  • Cost of Living per year 13,168 USD
  • Starting dates Fall & Spring
  • IELTS (Total) 6.5
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