Dr. Evonne H. Whitmoregraduate coordinator
(330) 672-8304
ewhitmor@kent.edu
Master's Program : : Media Management : : Public Relations : : Reporting & Editing Graduate AssistantshipsDr. Evonne H. Whitmore
graduate coordinator
(330) 672-8304
ewhitmor@kent.edu
Dr. Evonne H. Whitmoregraduate coordinator
(330) 672-8304
ewhitmor@kent.edu
GRADUATE STUDIES
Master of Arts Degree Program
Welcome to the online home of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s Master of Arts degree program at Kent State University. We are thrilled that you are considering Kent for your graduate studies.
Kent offers a variety of courses within three areas of study in the JMC graduate program. Our programs are:
The JMC programs are designed to give students a solid background in preparation for a professional or academic career. Courses are dynamic, challenging, and professionally relevant. With small class sizes, students are able to learn from their professors and from the experiences of their fellow classmates; many of who are working media professionals.
As one of two nationally accredited journalism schools in the state of Ohio, Kent provides its students with a strong foundation to achieve their future goals in the rapidly changing media industry.
For more information contact Dr. Evonne H. Whitmore, the Kent JMC graduate coordinator, at (330) 672-8304.
Requirements Checklist for Admission
- Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Have a composite GRE score of at least 1000
- Submit a completed online Kent State University Graduate Application form. Forms are located on the Research and Graduate Studies web site.
- Write a statement of purpose explaining why you are interested in graduate studies at Kent JMC and submit it online at the site above.
- Send two original copies of all college transcripts to the Division of Research and Graduate Studies.
- Submit online recommendations from three people, at least one who is a professor and who was your instructor.
- Have a TOEFEL score of 600 or more for international students.
GRADUATE NEWS
Annual Application Deadlines
Fall Semester: July 1
Spring Semester: December 1
Summer Semester: May 1
To be considered for assistantships, applications must be submitted before March 1 of each academic year.