Communication and Composition, Master of Science (M.S.)

An inter-disciplinary program designed for individuals with an interest in teaching both communication (public speaking, interpersonal, small group, and forensics) AND composition at community colleges and technical colleges.

Program Highlights

• Students complete graduate coursework in communication and composition theory and pedagogy.
• Courses in the master's degree may double count for the Communication Education Graduate Certificate (Communication Studies) and the Teaching of Writing Graduate Certificate (English).

Application Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better in overall undergraduate studies
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 for the last two years of undergraduate work
• Applicants must have at least 30 semester hours in language, literature, communication studies, or related courses, with at least 20 credits in upper division courses.
• A 1-3 page statement of personal, educational, and professional goals that addresses applicant interest in both Communication and Composition
• An original, sole-authored writing sample demonstrating your ability to organize and compose a sound analysis using evidence and external sources (preferably a research or term paper of about 5-10 pages)
• Three letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to judge your academic competence in communication and composition
• Resume
• Probationary status may be provided for applicants with an undergraduate degree whose GPA is below admission standards under the following conditions:
  • Acceptable performance on the GRE and/or acceptance of a student petition and contingency of adherence to contract terms formulated by graduate faculty

Additional Requirements for International Applicants:

• A minimum TOEFL iBT score of 80, a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, or a minimum Duolingo English score of 110  
• Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member

Application Deadlines

	U.S. Based Applicants	International Applicants
Fall Start	Rolling	May1
Spring Start	Rolling	September 1
Summer Start	Rolling	N/A

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 Time to Completion: 2 years

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