MA in Public Relations
Boston, USA
DURATION
1 up to 3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
16 Nov 2024*
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 1,402 / per credit **
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
* Priority decision: November 1. Late application deadline: December 1.
** additional fees may apply. Scholarships are available
Introduction
Program Highlights
- Earn up to 8 Advanced Standing credits for your professional work experience, allowing you to expedite your degree completion by applying your working knowledge toward your degree
- Full-time and part-time options available
- Courses are offered in the evening to fit your schedule
- No GRE requirements to apply
Curriculum
Graduate Public Relations Program
Emerson College’s on-campus MA in Public Relations requires 36 credits for completion. Housed in the School of Communication, the program offers both part-time and full-time options, with courses primarily held in the evenings to accommodate working professionals and allow for internships and networking.
Advanced Standing for Working Professionals
Professionals with 2+ years of public relations experience may be eligible to waive 4 or 8 credits, expediting graduation and reducing tuition costs.
Students granted advanced standing must complete the remaining 28–32 credits at Emerson to meet degree requirements. Note that advanced standing credits enhance a student's progress within the program but are not transferable to other institutions.
32-Credit Advanced Standing Curriculum
Approved students with 2+ years of relevant experience are required to complete 32 credits from designated courses, with course plans developed in consultation with the graduate program director.
Program Outcome
Career Outlook for Public Relations Graduates
The field of public relations is one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, with a 7% job growth projected over the next 10 years. As a student in the School of Communication’s Public Relations graduate program, you will find flexible career opportunities across many industries.
Career paths you can pursue include:
- Content Manager;
- Digital Strategy Manager;
- Executive Communications Director;
- Public Affairs Manager;
- Public Relations Strategist;
- Social Media Coordinator.
Public Relations Alumni
Emerson College’s tight-knit community allows you to build personal relationships with classmates, faculty, and our global alumni network.
Our alumni have gone on to work for companies such as:
- Harvard Business School;
- Joslin Diabetes Center;
- Samuel Adams.
Scholarships and Funding
Financial Aid
Emerson College is proud to offer students and families financial aid options and resources. For a full list of our financial aid offerings, visit our Financial Aid page.
Scholarships
Upon applying to an Emerson Graduate Program, the Graduate Admission team automatically reviews every accepted student’s scholarship eligibility. For more information about scholarships, please visit our Scholarships & Grants page.
Admissions
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Career Opportunities
Career Outlook for Public Relations Graduates
The field of public relations is one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, with a 7% job growth projected over the next 10 years. As a student in the School of Communication’s Public Relations graduate program, you will find flexible career opportunities across many industries.
Career paths you can pursue include:
- Content Manager;
- Digital Strategy Manager;
- Executive Communications Director;
- Public Affairs Manager;
- Public Relations Strategist;
- Social Media Coordinator.
Public Relations Alumni
Emerson College’s tight-knit community allows you to build personal relationships with classmates, faculty, and our global alumni network.
Our alumni have gone on to work for companies such as:
- Harvard Business School;
- Joslin Diabetes Center;
- Samuel Adams.
Student Testimonials
Program Tuition Fee
English Language Requirements
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