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Graduate Programs
The master's degree programs of the Department of Communication include both professional and research tracks. The doctoral programs prepare graduates for careers in teaching and research in academic, private sector, and public affairs settings. All programs prepare students for leadership roles. The Department of Communication recruits students to ensure incoming classes of highly qualified individuals representing diverse backgrounds.
Application Deadlines & Requirements
Fall admission -- July 1
Spring admission -- November 1
Summer admission -- March 1
All applicants for master's and doctoral programs must satisfy university requirements as well as departmental requirements.
Florida State University
Graduate Admission Requirements
- Complete and submit the University Admissions Office's Online Application Form.
- Pay a non-refundable application fee of $30. Application packets will not be reviewed until the fee has been paid.
- Submit a completed Residency Affidavit with an original signature. All applicants must submit this form.
- Arrange for two copies of official transcripts to be sent from each college or university attended. These must come from the schools; student copies of unofficial transcripts are not acceptable.
- Take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and request scores to be sent to FSU. We will accept the general GRE test, including the verbal and quantitative sections, if it was on file with the FSU's Admissions office by January 1, 2003. Otherwise, you must take the new GRE test, which contains verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing. There will be no exceptions to this rule. Go to the Educational Testing Service Web site for more information.
Additional requirements for international students:
- Provide proof of proficiency in English language: An international applicant whose native language is not English, or who has not completed a degree at an English-language university, must have taken the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) exam within the past five years. Paper-based test scores must be 600 or higher; computer-based test scores must be 250 or higher; Internet-based test scores (ibTOEFL) must be 100 or higher. The Educational Testing Service administers this test. For more information: ets.org/toefl
- Provide Certification of Financial Responsibility. This required form may be downloaded at http://admissions.fsu.edu/intl/apply.htm or requested from the university. NOTE: The completed CFR is submitted to the International Center. Instructions and address are on theform.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: To ensure completion of your immigration papers and review of your application, you must submit your application for fall admission by May 1 or for spring admission by November 1.
Department of Communication
Graduate Admission Requirements
In addition, all applicants must meet the requirements listed below. Admission is competitive; meeting the following requirements does not guarantee admission, only consideration.
- An excellent undergraduate academic record, from accredited universities, to include a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). In addition, doctoral applicants should have a minimum of a 3.3 in their master's degree work.
- A minimum of a 1000 combined score on the verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE. GMAT scores are not accepted.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- A personal statement to be evaluated for its clarity of expression, creativity, and persuasiveness in arguing that:
- The applicant has the necessary record of preparation and performance to succeed in the program.
- The applicant's goals can be served by the program's courses and experiences.
- The program itself can benefit significantly from the applicant's talent and experiences.
- The applicant will enrich the diversity of students in his or her program.
- A resume or writing sample (optional for master's students; required for doctoral students). Click here for instructions for submitting supporting documents.
Need more information?
For questions about departmental requirements, please contact:
Graduate Admissions
Department of Communication
Florida State University
University Center C
296 Champions Way
P.O. Box 3062664
Tallahassee, FL 32306-2664
Web: comm.fsu.edu
E-mail: dc.gradinfo@comm.fsu.edu
Phone: 850-644-5034
For questions about university requirements, please contact:
Office of Admissions
Florida State University
P.O. Box 3062400
Tallahassee, FL USA 32306-2400
Web: admissions.fsu.edu
Email: U.S. Graduate - gradadms@admin.fsu.edu
Email: International - intladms@admin.fsu.edu
Phone: 850-644-6200
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Undergraduate Programs
The Department of Communication offers majors in Media/Communication Studies, Advertising, Public Relations, and Media Production. Acceptance into all our undergraduate majors is highly competitive. Our programs are limited access and limited enrollment.
Application Deadlines & Requirements
We admit new majors to our undergraduate programs only in fall semester. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. EST on the first business day in February. If February 1 falls on a weekend, the first business day is the following Monday. Students are strongly encouraged to submit their applications in January and not wait until the deadline.
Florida State University
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
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For incoming undergraduate transfer students:
If you are not currently enrolled at FSU, you must apply to the university through the Online Applications and Information. To apply, click here.
Department of Communication
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
- Applications must be completed and submitted online. After you hit the "submit" button, the system will allow you to print a copy. Supplemental material, including a printed copy of your online application, must be submitted to the department office. The application deadline for 2008 has passed.
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Undergraduate Admission Information, Instructions - including Student Checklist - and Application Forms:
For Advertising, Public Relations, or Media Production major, click here.
For Media/Communication Studies major, click here.
For iminor in Communication, click here.
Need more information?
Prospective undergraduate students should see their academic advisor or call the college's Advising Center at 850-644-7278 for an appointment.
Spring 2008
2008 Undergraduate admissions information has been posted on the following page: