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Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements for the Professional Communication & Leadership MA

  • For regular admission the applicant must have: Official transcripts that demonstrate completion of requirements for the baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. A 2.75 overall grade point average, OR a 2.50 overall grade point average with a minimum 2.75 major grade point average, on all undergraduate work is required.
  • A resume or vita
  • A Letter of Intent.  A writing sample of 200-500 words that describes how a Master’s Degree in Professional Communication and Leadership would help you meet your personal and professional goals. This essay may include a discussion of any weaknesses in your academic record.
  • Two professional letters of recommendation
  • Provisional Admission Requirements – Applicants may be approved for provisional admission based on the quality of the admission material presented. Provisional students must earn grades of ‘B’ or higher in their first nine (9) hours of course work after admission and meet any other stipulations outlined by the department to be converted to regular status.

The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is not a requirement.

Admission Requirements for the Professional Communication & Leadership Certificate Program

  • Official transcripts that demonstrate completion of requirements for the baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. A 2.75 overall grade point average, OR a 2.50 overall grade point average and a minimum 2.75 major grade point average, on all undergraduate work is required.
  • Official transcripts that demonstrate completion of requirements for the baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • A resume or vita
  • A Letter of Intent. A writing sample of 200-500 words that describes how a Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication and Leadership would help you meet your personal and professional goals. This essay may include a discussion of any weaknesses in your academic record.
  • Two professional letters of recommendation

For more information on the application process, visit the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Application Deadlines

Applications must be submitted online by the following deadlines. These deadlines apply to both the Armstrong & Statesboro campuses:

  • Fall: July 1
  • Spring: November 15

Additional Information

Financial Aid

Graduate Assistantships

Last updated: 4/19/2022