Sacramento,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Communication Studies in Sacramento United States | California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento
|
Sacramento United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,680
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Communication Studies graduate program at Sacramento State offers a challenging, methodology-focused curriculum that enhances both theoretical knowledge and practical application of human communication.
We take pride in cultivating a diverse academic community that embraces students and professors from varied backgrounds. Our program especially encourages participation from individuals of all identities and cultures, including international scholars and first-generation college attendees.
Earning a Master's degree can pave the way for doctoral studies or open doors to leadership roles in business, public service, or government sectors. Our Communication Studies graduate program is built upon two interconnected objectives. Initially, we ensure every scholar can explore and produce original communication research aligned with their personal interests and capabilities. Additionally, we guide each student in creating and pursuing a comprehensive, demanding academic path within the communication discipline. To support these aims, the Department has implemented a structured advising system (refer to The Graduate Document, obtainable from the Department, for specifics). As a key component of their academic journey, students will select their degree coursework with faculty guidance and Graduate Committee approval, accompanied by a rationale statement that will undergo committee evaluation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission as a classified graduate student in Communication Studies is based on the assessment of individual credentials by the Graduate Committee, but requires at least:
a 3.0 overall GPA or 3.25 GPA in the last 60 units completed,
a clearly written statement of purpose for pursuing this particular MA degree. This statement is part of the application to the graduate program and should explain the applicant's career and academic goals, specifying how the program will help to accomplish these goals, and explaining the applicant's motivation for pursuing those goals,
a clearly written personal statement reflecting why the applicant wishes to pursue graduate education and how they have prepared, as well as any personal contextual factors that would help the graduate committee assess the application package,
three letters of recommendation indicating the applicant's abilities and potential for completing graduate work successfully. These letters should assess at least the student's abilities to perform well in academic courses, to conduct research independently, to express ideas well in writing and orally, and to think critically, analytically, and creatively,
an online intake form available on the department website that includes a short Analytic Essay allowing applicants to demonstrate their ability to analyze a communication problem and craft an argument,
at least one substantive example of writing that indicates research, analytical, and/or creative abilities,
an earned baccalaureate degree, and
(Optional) Graduate Record Exam (GRE) verbal, quantitative, and analytical scores.
TOEFL iBT: 80
TOEFL PBT: 550
IELTS: 6.5
a 3.0 overall GPA or 3.25 GPA in the last 60 units completed,
a clearly written statement of purpose for pursuing this particular MA degree. This statement is part of the application to the graduate program and should explain the applicant's career and academic goals, specifying how the program will help to accomplish these goals, and explaining the applicant's motivation for pursuing those goals,
a clearly written personal statement reflecting why the applicant wishes to pursue graduate education and how they have prepared, as well as any personal contextual factors that would help the graduate committee assess the application package,
three letters of recommendation indicating the applicant's abilities and potential for completing graduate work successfully. These letters should assess at least the student's abilities to perform well in academic courses, to conduct research independently, to express ideas well in writing and orally, and to think critically, analytically, and creatively,
an online intake form available on the department website that includes a short Analytic Essay allowing applicants to demonstrate their ability to analyze a communication problem and craft an argument,
at least one substantive example of writing that indicates research, analytical, and/or creative abilities,
an earned baccalaureate degree, and
(Optional) Graduate Record Exam (GRE) verbal, quantitative, and analytical scores.
TOEFL iBT: 80
TOEFL PBT: 550
IELTS: 6.5
Tuition
USD
16,680