Program Overview
The Professional Writing at University of Cincinnati is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, 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 humanities. 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 Professional Writing 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 26,334 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cincinnati, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Writing programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- recent graduates of BA or BS programs in English, communication, graphics, the sciences, and other fields,
- working professionals turning to part-time graduate study to enhance their careers, improve their chances for promotion, or become credentialed in a different field. (Students have included recent college graduates to recent retirees.)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s 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).
- University of Cincinnati Application for Graduate Admission - including $65.00 fee, with an additional $5.00 fee for international applicants.\xc2\xa0
- Official transcripts - Transcripts should verify: A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution, and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale for the last degree earned. purposes, please do not include your DOB or SSN)
- Goal Statement\xc2\xa0
- Interview - If the Director of the Accelerated Pathway requires additional information after initial review of your application, you may be contacted for an interview. If distance makes an on-site interview impractical, a telephone interview can be arranged.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,334 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 26,334 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,468 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States
University of Cincinnati is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-21
- Language English
- Duration 24 months