MS Strategic Communication at University of Oregon

Programme overview

A flexible Portland-based master's for working professionals building skills in creativity, critical thinking, strategic analysis, ethics and practical application. Classes meet evenings and weekends, and the coursework is consistent with Public Relations Society of America accreditation guidelines.

Faculty: School of Journalism and Communication | Department: Strategic Communication | Duration: Two years (six terms) standard; five terms accelerated; 48 credits | Intake: Fall 2027; rounds 13 Nov 2026, 15 Jan 2027, 15 Mar 2027, final 14 May 2027 | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

Students take required four-credit and two-credit courses such as Foundations of Strategic Communication, Creativity in Strategic Communication, Strategic Communication Marketing, Strategic Communication Leadership, Finance for Strategic Communication, qualitative and quantitative research methods, Media and Society and Media and Communication Ethics. The degree ends with a 6-credit terminal project (48 credits total; part-time study extends time to degree).

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Application information

Entry requirements

GRE not required. Three to four letters of recommendation, a 750 to 1,000 word personal statement, a resume or CV, writing samples showing persuasive communication (such as advertisements, news releases, presentations or strategic recommendations), and unofficial transcripts. Non-native English speakers show TOEFL iBT 5 (new format; 600 paper or 100 iBT accepted until 31 Dec 2028), IELTS Academic 7.0 overall, Duolingo 120, or a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or from Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand or the UK. Application fee $70 ($90 international). Successful applicants typically have significant professional experience and strong academic credentials. Graduation requires a cumulative GPA of 3.00. Round deadlines: 13 November 2026, 15 January 2027, 15 March 2027, final 14 May 2027 (later applications considered as space allows).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines and required materials.

Graduate application fee: $70 for domestic applicants and $90 for international applicants for degree-seeking programmes (doctoral, master's, graduate certificate); paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Discover when applying. Graduate Microcredential application fee is $35. Applications are submitted through the graduate application portal.

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