Master of Science in Public Relations

The Boston University Master of Science in Public Relations program balances academics with practical application. You’ll gain an overview of contemporary public relations, the nature of human communication, and the role of media in society. You’ll learn how to write clearly and concisely in contemporary media formats, tailored to different audiences, while developing professional management skills. Instruction is personal and often individual. Professors become mentors, and mentors become lifelong friends. Over three semesters, students are both challenged and nurtured in a thoughtful, strategic environment.As home of the world’s first university-based degree program in public relations, a graduate degree from Boston University’s College of Communication is recognized and respected across the industry, and provides access to a global alumni network shaking up the PR landscape around the world. This reputation for excellence means our alumni are highly sought for top PR jobs with agencies and in-house teams in Boston and worldwide — from brand promotion, content creation, and social media to crisis communication, media relations, community relations, reputation management, and marketing communications.

Students admitted into a graduate program in the College of Communication should normally have completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited institution prior to matriculation into the program.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

We require a minimum score of 100 for your application to be reviewed. We must receive an official TOEFL score by our deadline; we recommend taking your TOEFL at least 20 days prior to our deadline to assure that we receive the score