Overview

Designed With You in Mind

The Communication Studies program at Tarleton State University is perfect for mid-career professionals who desire to expand their knowledge of current trends related to Social Media Strategy and social media. Our program degree plan allows students to tailor their coursework to fit their interests and goals. Students will explore the ways in which communication shapes different managerial styles and organizational cultures, as well as the role of small-group interaction within organizations.

Program Objectives

Provide students with an education that will span from examing the roles of communication in various areas to analyzing social media.

Students will learn valuable skills that will enhance their ability to apply computer-mediated and organizational communication to real-world situations.

Allow students to plan their coursework in a way that directly correlates to their career goals and interests.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with an M.A. in Communication Studies have many career options available to them, such as:

Social Media Manager

Public Relations Director

Internal Communication Specialist

Training and Development Specialist

Travel and Tourism Promoter

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Organizational Communication Theory

New Communication Technology

Applied Social Media

Social Media Strategy

Communication Ethics

Survey of Communication Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-09 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Stephenville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit online graduate admissions application

Pay a $50 non-refundable processing fee

Submit a statement of purpose of 600 words or less

A transcript evaluation must be completed by an approved agency which includes all previous academic course work, as well as a complete description of courses and overall GPA (course-by-course evaluation)

International applicants are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores as a part of the application process

Required of students studying on-campus, in the U.S. only: To obtain a Form I-20 for your studies at Tarleton, you must demonstrate that you have sufficient funding

If you choose to stay in one of our Residence Halls, fill out the Housing Application

Medical Information

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

14829 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14829 USD per year during 18 months.
National

14829 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14829 USD per year during 18 months.
In-State

7467 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7467 USD per year during 18 months.

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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