IUPUI Department of Communication Studies
Master of Arts in
Applied Communication
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IUPUI Department of Communication Studies Master of Arts in Applied Communication |
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Would you like to meet with a graduate faculty advisor?
Contact Dr. Catherine Dobris, Director of Graduate Studies (317) 274-0566 |
Optional Concentration Areas You may (but are not required to) choose one of the following concentration areas.
Program Requirements The M.A. requires the 33 hours of course work: 9 credits of core requirements (including the completion of the applied learning project or thesis), 18 credits of applied communication electives, and 6 credits of interdisciplinary electives. Students must also successfully complete a preliminary written examination as partial fulfillment of the degree. For more information about the specific courses you will be required to take, download the Communication Studies Graduate Program Checklist (pdf). Course Load The normal course load for full-time students is 3 courses each semester. The part-time student load is typically 1-2 courses each semester. The full-time student should be able to complete the program in two academic years. Research assistantships, fellowships, and teaching opportunities are available to highly qualified applicants. Contact the Department for further information on these awards. Other scholarships and awards might be available through the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, Cavanaugh Hall Room 103, IUPUI, 425 University Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5140 USA. You can also visit the Graduate School's Financial Aid website here. Applicants must have a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certifiable or equivalent outside the U.S., an undergraduate graduation grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), official transcript(s) from all universities attended, and three letters of recommendation. International applicants must also submit TOEFL scores and complete the ESL (given at IUPUI). Outstanding candidates who do not meet all the criteria may be admitted with probationary status. GRE scores are not required for admission to the program; however GRE scores may be submitted if an applicant feels the scores will enhance his/her application. Other factors such as strong work in prior graduate courses may be used in place of the GRE for admission consideration. An applicant wishing to be considered for scholarships or fellowship support should note that strong scores on the GRE General Test ARE REQUIRED AND may have a positive impact on his/her application. Applying for the Master of Arts is a two-step process. You must:
Application Deadlines
Online Application Instructions 1. Create an account here, then log on to the Graduate Online Application. 2. Once you have received your pin number and have logged on, choose the graduate application option towards the bottom of the screen. The sections of the application will be on the right hand side of the screen. There are many sections of the application to be completed. You may save your information section-by- section and complete it at a later date. DO NOT submit your application until ALL online sections are completed. 3. To find our major click on "Educational Objectives." 4. In the drop down window "Academic Programs" choose "IU Graduate School." 5. In the drop down window "major" choose "Applied Communication."
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This site was last updated 01/30/06