Overview

This flexible online program at University of Nevada, Reno will provide you with the tools to lead with clarity, ethics and impact.

Modern day storytelling

Today, public relations and advertising go far beyond press releases and promos. They build trust, shape narratives, and drive action—whether you’re managing a brand, launching a campaign, or guiding a company through crisis.

Our online master's degree in Strategic Public Relations and Advertising prepares professionals to lead in an evolving media landscape. You’ll gain advanced knowledge in strategy, ethics, analytics, leadership and law through modern curriculum, designed for real-world impact.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cybersecurity, Privacy and Surveillance Society
Media Law for PR and Advertising
Ethical Issues in Public Relations and Advertising
Storytelling I: Writing
Measurement for Public Relations & Advertising
Public Relations & Advertising Media Management & Leadership
Data and Media Analytics

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-06 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Reno, United States

Disciplines

Public Relations Advertising View 40 other Masters in Public Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

115

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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

Baccalaureate degree with minimum 2.75 GPA
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Statement of Purpose
Two letters of recommendation
Minimum two years of professional experience

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6696 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6696 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

6696 USD / year

≈ 6696 USD / year

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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Overview

Modern day storytelling

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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