Overview

The Strategic Communication programme at Columbia University is taught by distinguished academic faculty and leading practitioners in the field, our offerings provide students with an educational experience that is immediately applicable in the workplace.

Fast Facts

The programme was launched in 2002, pioneering the field of Strategic Communication.

Learn from leaders in the professional world, alongside top academics in the field.

More than 800 alumni, who hold pivotal roles in a wide variety of organizations.

Why Columbia?

Extraordinary faculty with a passion for teaching, who will help you explore the latest communication theories and practical applications to advance your career.

A hands-on, interactive, small-class environment in which everyone can learn and thrive.

Lifelong friendships and connections with your cohort and highly engaged faculty, staff, and alumni.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Communication Management

The Compelling Communicator

Ethical Decision-Making for Communicators

Communication Research and Insights

Digital Communication Strategy

Digital Media and Analytics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Corporate Communication Digital Media View 208 other Masters in Digital Media in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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General requirements

Minimum six years of professional experience in a communications role with demonstrated leadership experience.

U.S. bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.

Students must be comfortable with rapid and idiomatic spoken English.

Demonstrated ability for critical thinking and analysis.

Ability to write clearly, concisely, and convincingly, using proper grammar.

Most successful applicants have a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or better.

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

71280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2640 USD per credit during 16 months.
National

71280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2640 USD per credit during 16 months.
In-State

71280 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2640 USD per credit during 16 months.

Living costs for Manhattan

2638 - 5751 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Manhattan

Financing

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