Master of Arts in Communication Studies and Master of Business Administration

The Graduate Studies Committee (GSC) develops, updates and maintains the rules, policies and degree requirements for the graduate program in Communication Studies. This information is available to students via the Graduate Student Handbook which is updated yearly and posted here for reference. Graduate students must abide by the rules, policies and degree requirements established at the time of their first semester in the program. Our graduate program is student-tailored. Students develop a plan of study in consultation with advisory committees of their choosing. Ordinarily, an M.A. program is complete in 2 years. The McCombs School of Business' core curriculum prepares you to build, manage and lead enterprises that create value. After a semester of core classes, your curriculum is up to you. In fact, more than 70% of your coursework at McCombs is self-selected. You’ll select your concentration. You’ll choose from the 100 plus elective courses offered. You’ll apply for fellowships, participate in competitions, land a competitive internship, study abroad, and leave the program prepared to dive into the challenging, rewarding world of modern business.Dual degree programs are structured so that students can earn two master's degrees simultaneously in approximately three academic years. The Moody College of Communication offers dual M.A. programs which may include a specialization in Advertising, Communication Studies, Journalism and Media, and Radio-Television-Film.

GRE (Optional) - Students can submit scores if they'd like to, but they are not required.PDF copy of official transcripts from all four-year institutionsStatement of PurposeA Brief Essay of Research Questions (aka Statement of Research Objectives)We prefer a CV, but a resume is acceptable.Academic writing sampleThree Letters of RecommendationA grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or a comparable GPA in upper-division work—junior- and senior-level courses—and in any graduate work already completed is also required.The Graduate School requires applicants to have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a comparable degree from a foreign academic institution