Visual Communication Graduate Admissions

Application Deadline for Visual Communication - M.A.

The application deadline for applying (for domestic and international students) is February 1. Only applicants who have submitted all materials will receive full consideration. A campus visit prior to the application deadline is strongly recommended. All applicants are considered for available funding/financial support. 

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Admissions Requirements for Visual Communication - M.A.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale. Other factors, including having professional experience or an outstanding portfolio, may be considered for probationary admission if the undergraduate GPA is below the minimum requirement.

*Note: all materials should be uploaded via the online application.

  • Application forms are in the Graduate Service’s Online Application System, including the application fee.
  • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended submitted online or sent to the Graduate College.
  • A 500-word Statement of Intent outlining why you want to attend our graduate program. (Note: If applying for the Knight Fellowship, include an additional 500-word or less statement about how you hope to engage with students and take part in the university community.)
  • A resume/CV.
  • Link to an online portfolio (can be included on resume), or link to downloadable file of work samples.
  • Three letters of recommendation.
  • The School of Visual Communication does NOT require applicants to take the GRE.
  • English Proficiency. Please review information about Ohio University's minimum English Language Proficiency requirements for graduate study. The School of Visual Communication admits students who demonstrate the minimum test scores required for funding: iBT 80 composite, all bands 17 or IELTS 6.5 composite, all bands 6.5.

For the Master of Arts (M.A.) degree: When filling out the online application, please select Visual Communication - MA. All four tracks fall under this degree title.

Admissions for the Communication Media Arts - MFA

For the Communication Media Arts - MFA: To apply to the the Master of Fine Arts program, please select Communication Media Arts - MFA. View MFA Admissions Information

Questions?

Please contact Graduate Director Ana Mojica Myers at myersa1@ohio.edu.