Online Master's in Communication

Affordable tuition and flexible course schedules put your goals in reach.

$699

Per Credit Tuition + $0 Fees

30

Credits to Complete

Spring 1

Next Start Term

Next Application Deadline:

Jan 8

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Next Start Date:

Jan 25

Build Communication Skills. Boost Your Career Potential.

Organizations need strong communicators to refine their message, harness new tools and tactics, reach key audiences, and lead teams through complex situations. You need a degree program that readies you for these roles while respecting your time.

We designed our Master of Science in Communication for those who want to advance their careers and build expertise in the skills, theories, and strategies behind effective communication. Our fully online, 30-credit program can be completed in as little as 12 months, making it ideal for working adults – whether you’re early in your career or planning your path to the next level.

As a student in our program, you’ll explore the fundamentals of communication and build competency in advanced topics across the field, from public relations and crisis communications to leveraging AI-enabled tools at the forefront of a changing industry.

Specialization: Sports Media and Communication

Take your career off the sidelines and go deep into the dynamic world of sports media. Through this optional specialization, you’ll learn how sports organizations connect with fans, build their brands, forge partnerships, and engage in storytelling across traditional and digital platforms. You’ll also explore the role of emerging technologies, including AI, while learning how to navigate communication challenges, manage crises, and make strategic decisions. After graduating, you’ll be equipped to compete for roles in content creation, fan engagement, brand communication, media relations, and strategic communications across the sports industry.

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Earn Up to 15 Credits

Apply Prior Coursework and Experience Toward Your Degree

8-Week Courses

Offered 100% Online

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Julia Tobin

Enrollment Counselor

443-352-5843
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Graduate Spotlight

Katherine Friedman

M.S. in Communication

Follow Katherine Friedman as she reflects on her experience in Stevenson University’s Master’s in Communication online program and how the program, faculty, and coursework equipped her with the skills and confidence to take the next step in her career journey.

Admissions

  • Completed online application.
  • Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • Official college transcripts from all previous academic work. If the transcripts are from an institution located outside of the United States, students must submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation from an organization that is a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A member list is available on the NACES website.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in past academic work.
  • Personal statement.

Courses

  • Crisis Communication and Reputation Management
  • Communication Ethics
  • Conflict Communication and Leadership
  • Media Intelligence
  • Organizational Communication

Explore more courses and program options in our catalog