Master of Arts in Mass Communication

The Department of Journalism offers an MA degree in Mass Communication, which trains students in both analysis of the media as well as the production of media content. Both areas, emphasize media's role in social change.

Our graduate faculty come from around the world and have expertise in areas such as immigration and news, citizen journalism, ethnic media, refugee media practices and visual communication.
Students can opt to produce media content or they can carry out research projects. Examples of media work include documentaries about robot journalism, immigrants from El Salvador, the rise of activist girls, and Black women's hair. Other media project examples include the creation of an app to help schedule group travel and a graphic novel about a refugee-serving institution. Recent research projects include a study of smart city initiatives in Medelln, Colombia, and studies of refugee media practices in Scandinavia.

Bachelor’s degree with a major or minor in Journalism, Cinema or Television Arts, or Communication. Professional experience in news media, public relations and similar fields can be accepted in lieu of a degree. Candidates with other majors who desire admission should consult with the graduate coordinator before applying.

GPA of 3.0 (“B”). Candidates with outstanding professional records may seek, with substantial justification, an exception to this condition.

Candidates with a GPA below 3.0 (“B”) for all undergraduate work may be admitted under special circumstances. Please consult with the department’s graduate coordinator.

IELTS Academic - International English Language Test System: 6.5

PTE Academic - Pearson’s Test of English: 58

TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language: Internet Based score: 79; Paper-based score: 550

iTEP Academic - International Test of English Proficiency: 4.0

DET – Duolingo English Test: 105

Application deadline for Fall term is May 31st , Spring term is Oct 31st.