Overview

Key features

Merrimack College's Communication master’s program provides you with the skills to work in professional communications, from digital media content creation and campaign design to public relations and crisis communications, as well as related fields. Coursework emphasizes strategic communication and digital media.

You will graduate with a robust resume and portfolio. We offer the following resources and opportunities:

Media production spaces and equipment, such as a television studio, radio station, Mac lab and field production tools
Industry partnerships for networking, experiential learning and special events
Small class sizes and a “high touch” environment giving you one-on-one attention and advising from your first course through the completion of your capstone project

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Advocacy
Advertising
Digital Storytelling
Industry Research
Intercultural Communication
Media Ethics
New Media Industries
Persuasion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-07 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Andover, United States

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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TOEFL^® IBT

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application
Official college transcripts from all institutions attended
Resumé
Interview OR personal statement
Contact information for one reference OR one letter of recommendation
Standardized test scores (optional)
Fellowship applications and some graduate programs may require additional essays and/or interviews

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19840 USD / year

≈ 19840 USD / year
Out-of-State

19840 USD / year

≈ 19840 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

19840 USD / year

≈ 19840 USD / year

Funding

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Key information

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Academic requirements

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