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Communication M.A.

Our graduate-level program in communication offers a diverse, flexible curriculum that prepares you to lead or advocate for others in multiple career and academic fields.

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Master of Arts

College

Humanities

Focus Areas

Leadership

Social Change

Health Communication

Accreditations

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (University)

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Linsay Cramer

Graduate Coordinator

305 Brittain (BRTH)

843-349-4151

lcramer@coastal.edu

Did You Know?

With summer courses, you can finish this BA in 3 years and the MA in just 1 more.

Why CCU for graduate study in Communication?

Our Master of Arts in Communication program offers a diverse, flexible curriculum that prepares students to lead and/or advocate for others in multiple career and academic fields.

Complete 33 credits of flexible curriculum preparing to lead and/or advocate for others where you are needed. Learn to understand theoretical approaches in the field of communication, develop research skills, create and critique interpersonal and media messages, and explore ethical responsibility. This program prepares you for professional positions in both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations or for continued study in a Ph.D. program.

Program Highlights

Average Completion Time
3-4 semesters
Degree Credit Hours
33

Coursework

Students take 33 credits of diverse, flexible curriculum preparing them to lead and/or advocate for others in a variety of settings. Students gain an understanding of theoretical approaches in the field of communication, develop research skills, create and critique messages in a variety of interpersonal and mediated contexts, and explore principles of ethical responsibility.

Course Requirements

Cost

Our graduate programs are among the most affordable in the state. Click on the link below to explore tuition and fee rates.

Tuition and Fees

Financial Aid

Explore your options for financial aid. A limited number of graduate assistantships are available that pay more than the cost of tuition.

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Application Requirements

In addition to the graduate application, you will need two letters of recommendation, a personal statement (500 words or less), and your CV or resume. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are optional.

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