Overview

As a student in the M.A. in Applied Communication program at Indiana University Bloomington, you can explore topics in corporate communication, health communication, media criticism, and public communication, preparing you for career advancement in your chosen field.

Key Features

Further, a significant portion of those who complete this program choose to—and successfully complete—the highest academic degree, the Ph.D. Our M.A. prepares communication scholars to be competitive candidates for entry into some of the most prestigious Ph.D. programs in the country.

The M.A. in Applied Communication can be earned in 2 years, or less, affording you the opportunity to build your portfolio and your scholarship!

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Quantitative Research Method

Advanced Communication Theory

Communication Studies

Applied Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Digital Media 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

Completed application form for Indiana University Graduate School.

Personal Statement.

Official transcripts of all college level coursework.

Three letters of recommendation (from university instructors and/or professional associates) sent directly to the Director of Graduate Studies.

*GRE scores are not required for admission to the program; however GRE scores may be submitted if an applicant feels the scores will enhance his/her application and an applicant wishing to be considered for scholarships or fellowship support should note that strong scores on the GRE General Test ARE REQUIRED and may have a positive impact on his/her application.

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

27271 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27271 USD / year

≈ 27271 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

27271 USD / year

≈ 27271 USD / year

Living costs

Bloomington

United States

1071 - 1733 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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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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

Available Scholarships

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