About the Graduate Public Relations Program
Historically named the first communication program in the United States, Emerson College’s on-campus Public Relations MA program teaches you to analyze, communicate with, and gain meaningful insight into communities, cultures, institutions, and lifestyles, while supporting your audience’s beliefs and values.
Housed in the School of Communication’s Department of Communication Studies, our flexible program offers you the opportunity to gain real-world experience by conducting public opinion polls and organizational social media audits, formulating crisis communication plans, writing speeches, and creating digital content. By investigating the ways in which different types of messaging can engage and persuade, you will leave the program with the skill set and strategic insight required to be a compelling advocate for better business practices, improved policies, and social justice.
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
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4+1 Bachelor’s to Master’s Program
Our Public Relations MA program is available to current Emerson undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in just one additional year. For more information, visit our 4+1 MA in Public Relations page.
Events
Destination Grad School: Emerson College Overview
January 16, 2025, 5:00 p.m. EST
Ready to take the next step in your academic journey at Emerson? Join us for a virtual Graduate Admission Overview!
During this session, you'll get the opportunity to ask questions, hear from our admissions counselors, and learn about Emerson College's diverse graduate programs, our vibrant community, our admissions process, and so much more.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Graduate Communications Studies Program Overview
February 5, 2025, 5:00 p.m. EST
Join us for a virtual Communication Studies (MA) webinar! During this session, we will dive into our Political Communication, Sports Communication, and Public Relations programs. You'll get the opportunity to ask questions and connect with admissions staff and faculty while learning more these three programs, their application process, life at Emerson, and more.
Graduate International Student Information Session
February 12, 2025, 2:00 p.m. EST
Join us for an international student information session! Staff from Graduate Admissions and the Office of International Student Affairs (OISA) will answer your questions and explain application requirements for international students, funding opportunities, the F-1 Visa process, life at Emerson, and so much more. We look forward to seeing you there!
Graduate Application Overview
February 13, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST
Join us to learn more about the process of applying to Emerson's graduate programs! Members of the admission team will be available to explain application requirements, answer your questions, and offer insider tips into the graduate school application process.
We can’t wait to see you there!