In Short
Entering this program as part of the CAGS in Interdisciplinary Studies means you'll work with an advisor from the graduate program in applied communication to develop a plan of study.
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Collaborate closely with faculty members from the Communication/Media Department on your capstone experience
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Degree Overview
Students accepted into this program must have completed a master's degree in communication or a closely related field of study.
Total Credits
36 credits
Time Frame
While you can complete the program in as few as 2 years, you have 6 years to complete the program.
Degrees and Other Information
- CAGS, Interdisciplinary Studies: Applied Communication Concentration - Program information from the University Catalog.
Completed applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis. Admission requirements are as follows:
- Official transcript of a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum of three years teaching experience under an initial or professional license (for licensure candidates)
- Valid teacher certification/license (initial level)
- Passing scores for the Communication and Literacy subtest of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Professional resume
- Graduate application and fee
- An essay, no more than one page in length, in response to one of the following questions:
- Tell us about a positive situation in which you helped a person and made a significant difference in that person’s life.
- What are the most important factors in establishing a long-term working relationship with students, friends, etc.?
- Tell us about a significant event that involved you in a teaching or helping mode.
- Describe the situation as it occurred at the time.
- What did you do in that particular situation?
- How did you feel about the situation at the time you were experiencing it?
- How do you feel about the situation now?
- What would you change, if anything?
- Describe the situation as it occurred at the time.
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We know you're busy, so we've given you a few different options to conveniently get the answers you need. You can…
- Email admissions or call 978.665.3144
- Make an appointment to speak to an advisor
- Email an advisor with program questions
- Attend an Information Session
- Watch a webinar