BA/MA in Communications and Communications and Digital Media

This is an accelerated 5-year program of 144 credits, with 12 graduate credits taken in the undergraduate senior year. For undergraduate curriculum, please see undergraduate section of this catalog. For graduate curriculum, please see the Graduate Viewbook of the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences.

Official transcripts, diplomas, and leaving examination scores from secondary and post-secondary schools (in English). Send a photocopy or fax of your valid passport/national identity card displaying your photo and name. Two letters of recommendation (PDF) from a teacher or counselor who knows you well and can attest to your academic potential and personal characteristics. Letters of recommendation are not required for international transfer students.One essay/personal statement, approximately 250-650 words in length, which will assist the Admission Committee in reviewing your application. The essay/personal statement you submit must consist solely of your own original work.We also consider the GPA (Grade Point Average) that is indicated on your high school transcript. We generally look for students in the top 50% of their class. For schools that don't use a ranking system, we consider a 2.5 GPA or higher to be the equivalent. Finally, the Office of International Admissions conducts a holistic review of each application that includes a careful review of the following documents; letters of recommendation, personal statement / essay, and extracurricular activities.