M.A. in Communication

Application Fees : US$ 80

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. 
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 60.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 80 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Graduate Record Examination (GRE): The minimum GRE score required may vary depending on the program. Generally, a score of 300 or higher is recommended, but applicants should check the specific program requirements for accurate information.

4. STEM-Designated Programs: UC offers a range of STEM-designated programs that are eligible for additional benefits, such as Optional Practical Training (OPT) extensions for international students. STEM-designated programs are aligned with disciplines in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

5. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates of the M.A. in Communication program from the University of Cincinnati have diverse career prospects in a variety of industries. 

1. Public Relations Specialist: Graduates can work in public relations agencies, corporations, or nonprofit organizations, managing communication campaigns, media relations, and reputation management.

2. Corporate Communication Manager: Graduates can pursue careers in corporate communication departments, handling internal and external communication, employee engagement, and corporate social responsibility.

3. Media Relations Specialist: Graduates can work in media organizations or public relations firms, serving as spokespersons, managing media relationships, and coordinating press releases and interviews.

4. Marketing Communication Specialist: Graduates can work in marketing departments, developing and implementing communication strategies to promote products or services, manage brand reputation, and engage with customers.

5. Social Media Manager: With expertise in digital communication, graduates can work as social media managers, responsible for managing and executing social media strategies, content creation, and community management.

6. Communication Consultant: Graduates can work as independent consultants, providing communication expertise to organizations, assisting with strategic communication planning, and offering training and coaching on effective communication practices.

7. Nonprofit Communication Director: Graduates can work in nonprofit organizations, overseeing communication efforts, fundraising campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.