Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Strategic and Digital Communication in Philadelphia United States | Drexel University
Drexel University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
35,820
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Drexel's Master of Science in Strategic and Digital Communication equips students for diverse careers in media and highly digitalized communication settings. The program focuses on two key specializations: strategic communication (including public relations) and digital/social media communication. With a robust grounding in communication theory, ethics, and media policy, the curriculum ensures students develop lasting analytical skills to navigate evolving technologies and media landscapes. Additionally, the program cultivates leadership abilities, empowering graduates to guide teams as innovative communication experts across digital platforms and organizational contexts.
The rapid progression of digital transformation impacts virtually every industry, with particularly profound effects on communications. Employers across private, public, and nonprofit sectors increasingly demand professionals skilled in modern digital communication strategies.
Drexel's MS in Strategic and Digital Communication (MS-SDC) offers exceptional preparation for contemporary communication careers. This degree program develops your ability to thrive across multiple media platforms and highly digitized communication environments.
Can be completed in approximately 15 months (full-time)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended Please note that transcripts are required regardless of number of credits taken or if the credits were transferred to another school An admission decision may be delayed if you do not send transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
GRE scores are not required but are recommended for applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 30 GRE scores are evaluated based on the applicants performance in the verbal reasoning and analytical writing sections If GRE scores are not available applicants are still encouraged to apply
Note All applicants are evaluated holistically with consideration to writing skills relevant professional experience and academic aptitude
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 OR 600 OR 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
Please write approximately 750 to 1000 words explaining your interest in the program
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Transcripts must show coursebycourse grades and degree conferrals If your school does not notate degree conferrals on the official transcripts you must provide copies of any graduate or degree certificates
GRE scores are not required but are recommended for applicants whose undergraduate GPA is below 30 GRE scores are evaluated based on the applicants performance in the verbal reasoning and analytical writing sections If GRE scores are not available applicants are still encouraged to apply
Note All applicants are evaluated holistically with consideration to writing skills relevant professional experience and academic aptitude
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL minimum scores 100 OR 600 OR 250 the International English Language Testing System IELTS minimum Overall Band Score 7.0 or the Pearson Test of English PTE minimum score 68 unless they meet the criteria for a waiver
Essay
Please write approximately 750 to 1000 words explaining your interest in the program
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Tuition
USD
35,820