Master of Arts in Communication

The Master’s degree in Communication is designed for those who are interested in pursuing advanced studies in Communication as a means of enhancing their professional and academic careers. It is a broad-based and individualized degree program that addresses all the essential dimensions and components of communication studies, including organizational, interpersonal, intercultural, public relations, mass media, and communication theory. Students are grounded in communication research, both theoretical and applied. Substantial flexibility exists for the student in communication to design a course and research program that fits his or her unique and specialized professional and educational goals.

To be admitted to the graduate program in communication, prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in Communication, Business, Social Science, or related field. Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester credit hours. GRE General Test. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years. A waiver of the GRE requirement will be granted to applicants who show proof of completing a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral). Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources. Personal statement (500 words) detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.