Program Overview
The Communication at University of Arkansas Fayetteville is a MA programme in Communications & Media, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Communication programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 25,122 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,838 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Fayetteville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communication programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Legal Communication
- Communication in Contemporary Society
- Communication and Conflict
- Communication and Gender
- Intercultural Communication
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
You must have a bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education, with a grade point average of 3.0 on the last 60 credit hours of academic coursework OR a 3.0 cumulative grade average. You must also meet the minimum requirements for the program to which you are applying; requirements vary by program.
A student entering graduate studies should have a minimum of 24 semester hours in undergraduate credit within the area of communication or closely related studies. Prospective students must supply:
1) three letters of recommendation (preferably from professors who can comment on their ability to do graduate-level work) and
2) their GRE examination scores through the Graduate School application portal.
They must send:
3) an essay-length writing sample (preferably an essay or research paper written for a class) and
4) a statement of their goals for graduate study in Communication at the University of Arkansas directly to the Communication Departments Graduate Coordinator.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,122 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,838 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,122 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,838 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Arkansas Fayetteville directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Evry-Val D'Essonne
University of Evry-Val D'Essonne
Évry, France
The Université Évry Paris-Saclay or UEPS is a French public university located in Évry-Courcouronnes, Île-de-France, and is one of the founding members of Paris-Saclay University.
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date May, 2027
- Language English
