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    Communication (MA)

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    Storrs, USMAIn-person2 years
    $79,356.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    33
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut is a 33-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Storrs, US. Tuition is $79,356.

    About the program

    The program provides a theoretical and methodological foundation for analyzing human communication through core courses in theory, research design, and data analysis, with electives in specialty areas such as health communication, interpersonal communication, marketing communication, mass communication, new communication technology, persuasion, and political communication.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Optional effective fall 2023 admissions cycle. GRE scores are optional. You may submit GRE scores, but they are not required for admission. Quantitative GRE or GMAT score and percentile (for quantitative competency, no minimum specified)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: Applicants must score 23 or above on the Reading (4.5), Listening (5), and Writing (4.5) components. Additionally, applicants must score a 27 (5.5) or above on the Speaking component and have a combined TOEFL score total of at least 100 (5).
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall (with a minimum Speaking band score of 8.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,818.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut is $79,356 across 33 required credits.
    Is Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut online or in-person?
    Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut is offered in-person.
    How long does Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut take to complete?
    Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut?
    Post-completion work rights for Communication (MA) at University of Connecticut: 12 months OPT (US)