MA Communication at University of Wyoming

Programme overview

Perfect your communication skills in journalism, PR, media studies and more with UW's Master of Arts in Communication. This flexible program combines theory, research and practice, offering thesis options to advance your career and prepare for graduate or law school, teaching or professional roles.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Laramie, WY, United States

Career pathways

With a master’s in communication, you can work in PR, marketing, media, corporate communications or nonprofits. Many grads also go on to teach, pursue a Ph.D. or enter law or business school, the options are endless.

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Entry requirements

You can complete an internship in a communication or media position for credit toward your graduate degree. Graduate students in UW’s communication master’s degree program have completed internships with Wyoming Athletics, Student Media, Biodiversity Institute, McNair Program and many other campus units. OCC UW continues to offer one of the best values for a graduate degree in the United States. Many grads also go on to teach, pursue a Ph.D. or enter law or business school, the options are endless! The degree opens doors to careers that shape messaging, strategy and public engagement across industries.

Domestic applicants: USD 7,260 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band (30 credits), Wyoming resident. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

International applicants: USD 21,340 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band, non-resident or international. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are set by the academic department. Graduate admission requires a completed online application, a bachelor's degree or equivalent and a 3.000 cumulative GPA; some programmes require the GRE or GMAT.

The application fee is $40 and non-refundable, paid when the application is submitted through the online application. ACT or SAT scores are not part of the admissions requirements.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwyo.edu/admissions/apply.html

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