Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    University of Wisconsin-Madison

    Journalism and Mass Communication, MA

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Madison, USMAIn-person15 months
    $51,302.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 15-month, in-person MA program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,302.

    About the program

    Develops skills in mass communication research. Typically leads to enrollment in a doctoral program.

    Focus: research

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign in to view - it's free

    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The School of Journalism and Mass Communication no longer requires GRE scores for any applicants to our MA or PhD programs, but they may be submitted for review if desired
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 internet (iBT); program looks for scores at 105 and higher
    IELTS
    required
    Min Minimum IELTS requirement: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $16,414.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,302 across 30 required credits.
    Is Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 15 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA (4.0 scale) on last 60 credits of course work
    What work-permit options follow Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Post-completion work rights for Journalism and Mass Communication, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison: 12 months OPT (US)