Our MCM program allows you to earn your higher degree in 18-24 months, or in as little as 15 months, and prepares you for professional careers in public relations, marketing, media and other communication-intensive positions. With an emphasis on theory and practice that includes critical thinking, problem solving, writing skills and digital advancements, our program is committed to developing individuals who are fully equipped to assume leadership roles in the vast communication industry.
Why Choose Our MCM Program?
- Offers seven specializations that cover all aspects of communication and media studies so you can tailor your academic plan to meet your specific career goals.
- Emphasis on practical skills taught by experienced professionals that can be immediately applied in the workplace, equipping you to advance in your current career field or enter a new area of interest.
- Gateway to communication careers as seen in our graduates, who hold professional positions in numerous industries including corporate communication, public relations, health communication, social media management, marketing and digital media.
- Renowned faculty that combine theory and practice on today’s communication and media advancements to keep you on top of current trends.
- Located less than 40 miles from NYC and 60 miles to Philadelphia, meaning abundant internship and employment opportunities in the nation’s most high-profile cities.
- Ranked one of the Top 25 Public Universities nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.
- Flexible coursework that enables you to study on campus, online or a hybrid of both enabling you to work while completing your degree in as fast as 15 months – over 60% of our students are employed full-time.
- Ranked in Money Magazine's Top 100 for most affordable tuition and Top 25 for the Best ROI, our tuition is competitive with other top institutions.
- GRE waivers available (requirements apply).
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MCM students complete 36 credits to earn their degree. The program is self-paced (3-12 credits per semester). There are seven specializations available to you.
Admissions is offered on a rolling basis: Fall, Spring and Summer.
Students can complete an MCM degree in 18 to 24 months.
Courses are offered: On campus, online, blended courses and weekend courses. This provides flexibility to study while also working. Over 60 percent of MCM students work full-time.
Our MCM program offers seven specializations so students can focus on a specific area of study:
- Public Relations
- Leadership Communication
- Communication and Media Studies
- Strategic Organizational Communication
- Digital Media
- Health Communication
- Communication and Media Research
If you are an international student you should visit the CIFSS (Center for International Faculty and Student Services) website: http://internationalservices.rutgers.edu/
The website will outline specifics about rules that apply to you concerning your Visa status; special forms; orientation; international advisers; special rules concerning employment and internships among many other pieces of information.
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE all international MCM students to attend an orientation session as early in or before their first semester of study.