Overview

In the M.A. in Communication 30-credit degree at Queens University of Charlotte, students take 12 credit hours of core requirements plus an additional 18 credit hours selected from specializations or electives.

In the certificate pathway, students may take either certificate as a standalone program, and combine them to earn the Master’s.

Distinguish Yourself with an M.A. in Communication

Students in the M.A. in Communication program acquire transferable skills that prepare them to succeed in a hyper-connected global society. Our graduates are well-positioned for success in a wide variety of fields and industries such as:

Marketing

Public relations

Sports organizations

Entertainment

Media and journalism

Digital branding and social media

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Theory

Communication Ethics

Communication Research Methods

Issues in Intercultural Communication

Crisis Communication

Media Theory & Criticism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Charlotte, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 512 other Masters in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Application

Request Official Transcripts

Request Two Letters of Recommendation

Submit Personal Statement

Submit Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20600 USD / year

≈ 20600 USD / year
Out-of-State

20600 USD / year

≈ 20600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20600 USD / year

≈ 20600 USD / year

Living costs

Charlotte

United States

1133 - 2060 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Communication.

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Overview

Distinguish Yourself with an M.A. in Communication

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Charlotte

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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