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Communication Studies - MA

Graduate Program Application Information

Graduate Program - Communication Studies

Program Website - http://life.umt.edu/grad/name/communication

NOTE - BEFORE APPLYING, IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED APPLICANTS REVIEW THE "Admission Section" OF THIS SITE FOR SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS.

Degree/Major - MA/Communication Studies

Admission Semester(s) and Application Deadline(s):

  • Fall - Priority will be given to complete application packets received by February 1. Complete application packets received after this date will be considered on a space available basis
  • Spring - Priority will be given to complete application packets received by November 1. Complete application packets received after this date will be considered on a space available basis

Deadline(s) if also Applying for Assistantship:

  • Complete application packet must be received by February 1

Test Requirements:

  • GRE - prefer scores not more than 5 years old
  • GRE - prefer combined verbal and quantitative above 1000 (or equivalent on the exam scaled from 130-170 points) and 3.5 analytical writing
  • The TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB are also required of international applicants
  • All official test scores must be sent to the UM Graduate School

The following "Additional Application Materials" must be mailed directly to the department (address below):

  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attendeD
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation which attest to your academic performance
  • A one-page statement outlining the reasons for seeking a master's degree in communication studies
  • Applicants are required to submit samples of their best work

Director of Graduate Studies   
Communication Studies Department
The University of Montana
Liberal Arts Building, Room 301
32 Campus Drive #6048
Missoula, MT 59812-6048