Accelerated BS/MA in Strategic Communication

Earn your bachelor's and master's degrees faster while saving money! The Accelerated Degree Pathway (ADP) program is a 5-year combined degree program for our School of Communication undergraduate programs (Communication Studies, Media Studies, Organizational Supervision, Public Relations) and M.A. in Strategic Communication. Qualifying students can complete up to 8 credits of graduate coursework during their senior year. Upon satisfactory completion of their undergraduate degree and meeting graduate admission requirements, students seamlessly transition into our M.A. program. Through this pathway, students can earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Akron in just 5 years!

Admission Requirements

• Junior Student Status (completed 60+ hours of undergraduate coursework)
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA
• Letter of Intent
• Two letters of Recommendation from School of Communication Faculty

Assistantship/Scholarship Information

Not all departments offer graduate assistantships. Students should inquire with the department directly to determine assistantship availability.

Financial Aid Information

Paying for college is a vital part of the education process. It is important to be informed of the many sources of aid available. Student loans are available to degree-seeking graduate students. Information on student loans can be found through the Office of Student Financial Aid. The Office of Student Financial Aid is located in Simmons Hall.

Tuition and Fees

Current tuition and fees schedules can be found through the Office of Student Accounts.