Overview

Communication Studies from Texas Tech University builds a broad foundation of communication:

theories

methods

research exemplars.

Coursework includes rhetorical, organizational, interpersonal, and intercultural studies with the central aim of better understanding, explaining, and questioning human communication.

They are recognized among the Best Master's Programs in the country, according to a study published in Communication Education.

Career Path

Graduates of the program enter diverse career paths via health care, business, education, entertainment, ministry, nonprofit, consulting, law, and public service realms. Additionally, a number of students continue into doctoral studies and go on to become university professors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Theory

Qualitative Research Methods

Communication in Small Groups

Communication in Organizations

Quantitative Research Methods

Historical-Critical Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-24 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-13 00:00:00 , International

More details

Admissions are rolling. US students apply at least 45 days before start. International applicants apply at least 4 months before preferred start date.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lubbock, United States

Disciplines

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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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

$75 initial application fee (non-refundable)
All applicants must provide transcripts for each degree-awarding post-secondary college or university attended.
Transcripts must contain a record of all courses taken and all grades received - This includes mark sheets, examination results, etc.
All applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the United States or its equivalent from a foreign institution. Non-US institutions must be recognized by their government/government ministry or department to award undergraduate and/or post-graduate degrees.
Applicants may provide proof of financial support as part of their application materials, or they may provide proof upon learning of their admission decision. This document is not necessary for application evaluation purposes.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17918 USD / year

≈ 17918 USD / year
Out-of-State

17918 USD / year

≈ 17918 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9518 USD / year

≈ 9518 USD / year

Living costs

Lubbock

United States

909 - 1335 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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Living costs

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Financing

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