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Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Philosophy of Communication

BPP North America - Duquesne University

USA,Pennsylvania

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 28,782/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Pennsylvania

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1878

Total Students: 10,045 +

Int. Students: 700 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15282, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Philosophy of Communication

Program Overview

Grounded in the department's established commitment to the philosophical student of communication, the Master of Arts emphasis in Rhetoric & Philosophy of Communication (36 credits) provides students with a traditional liberal arts education for leadership in academia, law, and the marketplace. This program offers fundamental courses for a doctoral degree or enhancement of a liberal arts foundation in communication.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
aug 2025		Closed
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 28,782 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in BPP North America - Duquesne University

CAD 17,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 303.0
PTE
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Libermann Scholarship	Undergraduate Libermann Scholarship Criteria: Merit-based: Determined by overall academic performance No separate application required – all accepted international undergraduate students are automatically considered Based on entire application and supporting documents Note: Full scholarships and full financial aid are not available to international students LINK: https://www.duq.edu/admission-and-aid/how-to-apply/international/costs-and-scholarships.php	Libermann Scholarship Amount: $9,000 to $26,000 per academic year Renewable for up to 4 years / 8 semesters

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.