Overview

This Communication - Applied Communication program at the University of Central Missouri builds upon prior study and experience in communication (or a closely related field) preparing students for advanced work in communication professions or continued academic study in pursuit of a terminal degree.

You can take a variety of courses in leadership, group communication, communication research methods, managing conflict, verbal and nonverbal communication, message design, persuasion, and media’s impact on society.

After completing a master’s degree in Communication, you may qualify for upper-level jobs in fields such as news, social media, advertising, marketing, government, administration/promotion for K-12, public relations, sales, and human relationships, or prepare for postgraduate degrees.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate with a Master of Arts degree in Communication, Applied Communication Area will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to:

Develop the skills to evaluate research and its applicability within professional settings.

Demonstrate an understanding of communication theories and their application across personal and professional settings.

Advance communicative skills across Media, Interpersonal, and/or Organizational contexts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media Management

Special Projects in Speech Communication

Group Communication

Communication Leadership and Practice in Organizations

Strategic Communication Audits

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Students Staying in Their Home Country deadline: 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Warrensburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.50

a minimum grade point average of 2.75 in at least 15 hours of undergraduate communication courses

international students scoring below 550 paper based or 79 on the IBT TOEFL

a Statement of Purpose for Graduate Studies

two Recommendation forms from professional or academic sources

a writing sample (e.g. a paper from an undergraduate course, professional report)

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

18600 USD / year

≈ 18600 USD / year
Out-of-State

18600 USD / year

≈ 18600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12400 USD / year

≈ 12400 USD / year

Additional Details

Online: 425 usd/credit

Living costs

Warrensburg

United States

800 - 1300 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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Program Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

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Duration

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Language

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Delivered

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English requirements

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General requirements

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Additional Details

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