| Communication and Development Studies Admission Information |
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Degrees Offered
• Master of Arts in Communication and Development Studies Certificate Programs
• Graduate certificates in African Community Health Services, Contemporary History, Environmental Sustainability, Geographic Information Science (GIS) Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESOL) and Women's Studies may be earned in conjunction with the MA degree.
Average Time for Completion of Degree
• 18 months – 2 years
Size of Department
• 30 Student, 40 Faculty
Admission Requirements
• Minimum TOEFL 550/213 or IELTS 6.5
• GRE NOT required
• Statement of Purpose (2 pages)
• Autobiographical sketch (1 page)
• Current CV or resume
• Preference given to applicants with professional experience in communication and/or development with government, media, NGOs, or international agencies
Application Deadlines
• Fall Admission only: January 1
Program Costs
• General costs plus College of Communication Technology fee
Financial Aid Opportunities
• Types: Graduate assistantships, Graduate recruitment scholarships
• Average Amount: GA: $11,499 (max.) stipend plus tuition, GRS: At least $1,800 stipend plus partial tuition