Graduate Admissions

Ready to take your communication skills to the next level? We can’t wait to meet you. Before you apply for one of our graduate programs, take some time to explore what they’re all about. Here’s where to start:

  1. Browse each program’s landing page (linked below and to the left) for more information about student experiences, faculty, requirements, time-to-degree, tuition, and more.
  2. Look at the application guidelines for each program before you apply. Guidelines include every step of the process and the information you need to gather ahead of time.
  3. Make sure you apply by the program’s application deadline listed in the table below.

Not sure which program is right for you? Consult our Graduate Program Comparison Chart.

Program

Deadline

Info

Advertising and Brand Responsibility Master's
Fall 2026 start

Round 1: Nov. 14, 2025
Round 2: Jan. 15, 2026
Round 3: March 13, 2026
Final Deadline: May 15, 2026*

Application Guidelines

Communication and Media Studies Master's
Fall 2026 start

Dec. 3, 2025

Application Guidelines

Communication and Media Studies PhD
Fall 2026 start

Dec. 3, 2025

Application Guidelines

Immersive Media Communication Master's
Fall 2026 start

Round 1: Nov. 14, 2025
Round 2: Jan. 15, 2026
Round 3: March 13, 2026
Final Deadline: May 15, 2026*

Application Guidelines

Multimedia Storytelling Master's
Fall 2026 start

Round 1: Nov. 14, 2025
Round 2: Jan. 15, 2026
Round 3: March 13, 2026
Final Deadline: May 15, 2026*

Application Guidelines

Strategic Communication Master's
Fall 2026 start

Round 1: Nov. 14, 2025
Round 2: Jan. 15, 2026
Round 3: March 13, 2026
Final Deadline: May 15, 2026*

Application Guidelines

Video Production/Podcasting Microcredentials
Fall 2026 start

Aug. 14, 2026

Application Guidelines

*Applications submitted after final deadlines are considered on a case-by-case basis as space is available.


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Questions?

Need some guidance? Contact our graduate recruiter with questions about our programs, the application process, and admission.