Communication & Advocacy M.A.

Towson University, Towson, United States

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07 Aug, 2026Application Deadline

AugStarting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Just an hour from Washington, D.C., Towson University offers access to one of the nation's largest advocacy hubs, with key decision-makers and numerous nonprofit, government, and regulatory organizations.

With an M.A. in Communication and Advocacy, you’ll develop expertise in global leadership, organizational communication, and critical/cultural studies through advanced qualitative and arts-based research training.

Choose between two areas of focus:

Globalization and Leadership
Critical/Cultural Studies

As a graduate of this program, you’ll be prepared for a career in media and communication consulting, nonprofit management, public advocacy, international development, K-12 and higher education administration and many other fields. You’ll also have access to pathways toward a doctoral program in communication studies or a related discipline.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Globalization and Leadership
Critical/Cultural Studies

Admission Requirements

Bachelor GPA

Duolingo English Test

115+

IELTS

6.5+

PTE Academic

57+

TOEFL

4.5+

The MA in Communication and Advocacy is an intensive, rigorous, and critically qualitative program. Admission criteria include:

a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in communication studies, or a related field
A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 is required for full admission to the program, and 2.75 is required for conditional admission. GPA calculations for admission may be based upon the last 60 credits of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate study. See graduate admissions policies for more information.
no GRE scores are required

Application Deadline

07 Aug 2026

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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Towson University, Towson, United States

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