Overview

The Communication program of Virginia Tech introduces you to public and mass communication for application to academic and professional settings. You will engage in reviewing and discussing research and criticism while collecting and interpreting original research data.

Why choose this program?

A master's in communication prepares you for doctoral studies or advanced careers in the communication field.

Students pursuing our master's in communication are active researchers.

You work on your own projects, in research teams, and with faculty mentors.

You'll present your own findings at professional conferences and in publications.

We also offer advanced study in public and mass communication research from a variety of theoretical and methodological perspectives.

We combine the study of complex theories with strategic thinking, research, and practical application. We offer rigorous engagement in issues involving the production, content, and impact of messages.

Our faculty's strengths include: political communication, public relations, digital and new media, rhetoric, mass communication effects, organizational communication, and media law and policy.

We prepare you to pursue communication doctoral studies, research positions in industries, advanced teaching positions, and careers in communication.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Theory

Communication Research Methods

Rhetorical Theory/Criticism

Mass Media Effects

New Communication Technology

Public Relations Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Blacksburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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150 _(verbal)

152 _{(quantitative)}

4 _(analytical)

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum GPA 3.0 (4 Scale)

Compatibility with faculty research interests

GRE scores in the 50% range in both of the quantitative and verbal areas

TOEFL/ IELTS score required (if applicable)

Transcripts

Three letters of recommendation are required

Provide one writing sample that illustrates your potential for research

A letter of interest (250-500 words) is required by the Department of Communication along with your latest Curriculum Vitae

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

32622 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32622 USD / year

≈ 32622 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16232 USD / year

≈ 16232 USD / year

Living costs

Blacksburg

United States

1166 - 1906 USD / month

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

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Overview

Why choose this program?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Blacksburg

Financing

Funding

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