About the course

The Master of Arts in Professional Communication (MAPC) provides the knowledge and training for superior oral, written, and visual communication skills. Our program is designed for people who seek the techniques and knowledge required to be communication specialists in a wide range of fields in an ever-shifting 21st century workplace.

　　The Master of Arts in Professional Communication (MAPC) program is a 32-unit graduate program that can be completed in two years. Students complete four core and three concentration courses with one elective course. Full-time students enroll in courses each fall and spring semester. Courses are also available in the summer. The degree culminates in either a capstone or self-directed study with a culminating project, such as a reflective portfolio, analytical paper, academic research project, or relevant work or internship-related project. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	San Francisco
Fall (August), 2025	San Francisco

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of San Francisco

A Bachelor's degree in any field is required. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended. The GRE is not required.

　　Upload a copy of your transcript from each university and college attended. Transcripts from any transfer schools and study abroad programs must be submitted since Bachelor's Degree institutions typically do not list transfer and study abroad courses with grades. If still enrolled in your Bachelor's program, submit a copy of your transcript showing in-progress courses. If admitted, an official transcript with proof of graduation is required. USF undergraduates upload their unofficial transcripts for admission review and do not need to send an official USF transcript.

　　A three-to-five page, double-spaced document that describes your personal, academic and professional background, as well as reasons for pursuing a Master’s in Professional Communication and for choosing USF’s program in particular. The statement should relate your workplace experiences and backgrounds to your goals in the communication field.

　　Your current resume or CV lists and describes your educational history, work or job history, coursework related to communications, and any other experiences relevant to your pursuit of graduate studies – including internships, published articles or other published materials.

　　Two letters of recommendation letters (at least one letter from a professor, preferably both letters are academic recommendations). Additional letters of recommendation are accepted. Letters are submitted by individuals who can attest to your ability to succeed in the research and writing required by this program. Follow the instructions in the online application to provide the contact information for your recommenders.

　　TOEFL INTERNET (IBT) – 90

　　IELTS – 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of San Francisco. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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