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Master of Art in Communication

Shorelight Group - University of Illinois at Chicago

USA,Illinois

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 28,964/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1982

Total Students: 33,000 +

Int. Students: 3,800 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1200 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Art in Communication

Program Overview

The Department of Communication offers work leading to degrees at the master’s and doctoral levels and participates in the interdepartmental concentrations in Black Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies, and Survey Research Methodology.

The department goal is to produce scholars and researchers who will be critical consumers and producers of research about communication, whether in academic or applied settings, and who will contribute to the growth of knowledge in those settings.

At the master’s level, study and research are available in two general areas, media studies and cultural diversity. Because the areas intertwine, program emphasis is on breadth and integration. Inquiry in media studies ranges, for example, from journalism ethics to electronic media and computer-mediated communication. Cultural inquiry includes language and symbolic representation, critical theory, social inequality and racism, and cross-cultural differences.

At the doctoral level, the program focuses on communication and technology. Students develop thorough understanding of the field, expertise in its theories, skills needed to conduct effective research, and experience teaching in a university setting. They also acquire a specialty from among those recognized in scholarly societies and reflected in current research emphases among department faculty.

A signature feature of department programs is their flexibility. Students pursue individual and professional aims with guidance from an advisor, designing a course of study to reach their own educational goals. Because the department strongly encourages interdisciplinary work, students may study with scholars in allied disciplines.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Opening Later
aug 2024		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 28,964 per year

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

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of Illinois at Chicago

CAD 16,000 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 - 7.0 - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0 Minimum Listening - 24.0 Minimum Reading - 24.0 Minimum Writing - 22.0 Minimum Speaking - 24.0
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 300.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 54.0 Minimum Listening - 47.0 Minimum Reading - 51.0 Minimum Writing - 56.0 Minimum Speaking - 53.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Academic Merit Scholarship For 2025 Early Decision

Early decisions = higher scholarships! Undergraduate students who apply to one or more participating universities for Summer or Fall 2025 may be eligible to apply for an exclusive Academic Merit Scholarship, of up to $30,000*! This limited-time Early Decision scholarship will award a small number of high-value scholarships to outstanding students who apply and confirm their place by February 2025.

Shorelight awarded more than $13.5 million in scholarships to international students in 2024. Make sure your students take advantage of opportunities this year – send in applications by January 15th to be considered for the next round of funding.

Scholarship amounts will vary by university and GPA. There are a limited number of high-value awards available

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.