Program details

M.A. in Communication

George Mason University · Fairfax, United States

MasterCommunications

Fairfax, Virginia

English

Language of Instruction

Aug, Fall

Available Intake(s)

Available

Internship / Placement

Course Overview

M.A. in Communication is a 2-year master programme in Communications at George Mason University in Fairfax, United States. Teaching is in English. Tuition is $36,480 USD per year. Intakes are in Aug and Fall.

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Academic Requirements

Minimum Qualification: GPA: 3.0 •Writing sample required.
Bachelor's Degree Minimum: 62% (percentage)
3-Year Indian Bachelor's (15-year education): Not accepted
Class 12 Mathematics: Required
Backlogs Accepted: Up to 4

English Language Requirements

IELTS: 7 (no band below 6.5)TOEFL: 88 (no section below 20)PTE: 67DET: 120ESL Pathway: AvailableEnglish Language Programme: Available

Academic English Program Details: https://partnerportal2.intoglobal.com/en/universities/george-mason-university/programs/academic-english

As of Aug 5, 2026, verify on the university’s site.

Program Fees

Tuition Fee / year

$36,480 USD

approx. ₹34.5 Lakh · exchange rate as of 3 Sept 2026

This is the annual tuition fee. Multiply by the course length for the full cost.

Application Fee$75

Initial DepositNone required

Typical ScholarshipNot published

Rupee figures are a guide only, converted from USD at a rate we refresh monthly and rounded to the nearest ₹10,000. The university bills in USD; what you actually pay depends on the rate on the day you transfer.

Looking for living expenses, accommodation, scholarships, placements, or campus facilities? See the university page.

As of Aug 5, 2026, verify on the university’s site.

Programme Notes

University Notes

De-Waiver (DEW) form has to be mandatorily signed by the student immediately within 5 days from date of submission of online application.
Score reporting required.
Graduate direct tuition prices are based on 9 credits/semester.
15 years education not accepted

These notes come from the university's own admissions material. Where they conflict with anything else on this page, we confirm with the university before you apply.

Document Checklist

This university has not published its own document list, so this is what a student going to United States is generally asked for. Confirm the exact list with the university.

PassportEvery university and every immigration authority identifies you by your passport, and most require six months of validity beyond your stay.
10th MarksheetYour secondary record is the first rung of the ladder every admissions office reads.
Statement of Purpose (SOP)Almost every university outside direct-entry undergraduate systems asks you to explain, in your own words, why this course.
Letters of Recommendation (LOR)Postgraduate admissions rely on an academic or professional reference; the number varies by programme.
Resume / CVPostgraduate applications are assessed on work and research history as well as marks.
English Proficiency Test Score ReportUniversities and immigration authorities both need evidence you can study in English.
Standardized Test Score Report (GRE / GMAT)CheckNo immigration authority sets a GRE or GMAT requirement; only the university does.
Proof of Funds / Financial StatementEvery study destination requires evidence you can pay tuition and live for at least a year. The amount is set by the destination and changes -- check the current figure before you prepare this.
Health / Medical InsuranceCheckFew destinations let an international student enrol without health cover.
Form I-20Your SEVP-certified school issues the I-20 once you are admitted and can show you have the funds; there is no F-1 application without it.
SEVIS I-901 Fee ReceiptThe SEVIS fee must be paid before your visa interview and the printed confirmation carried with you.
DS-160 Confirmation PageThe online visa application; you print the barcoded confirmation and take it to the interview.
Visa Interview AppointmentSince 1 October 2025 essentially all applicants must appear in person, and F and M students are explicitly not eligible for an interview waiver at any age.
Public Social Media ProfilesThe State Department instructs all F, M and J applicants to set every social media profile to public so its online-presence review can run.
MEA Apostille on Indian Academic DocumentsCheckAn apostille is how an Indian certificate becomes legally recognisable abroad without an embassy stamp.
LRS Form A-2 and PAN for fee remittanceAn Indian resident cannot wire tuition or living costs abroad without filing Form A-2 and quoting a PAN.

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Frequently asked questions

What is M.A. in Communication?

M.A. in Communication is a Master program in Communications offered by George Mason University in Fairfax, United States.

What is the tuition fee for M.A. in Communication?

Tuition is $36,480 USD per year.

What are the entry requirements for M.A. in Communication?

Minimum qualification required: •GPA: 3.0 •Writing sample required..

What English language test scores are required for M.A. in Communication?

An IELTS score of at least 7.0 is required. Alternatively, a TOEFL score of 88.0 or a PTE score of 67.0 may be accepted.

Is GRE or GMAT required for admission to M.A. in Communication?

No, this program does not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.

When is the application deadline for M.A. in Communication?

Available intakes include: Aug, Fall.

Are scholarships available for M.A. in Communication?

This specific program does not list a dedicated scholarship, but GCQ360 can help you explore other funding and scholarship options at George Mason University.

What is the study mode and language of instruction for M.A. in Communication?

This program is offered in Full-time mode, taught in English at the Fairfax, Virginia campus.

Is work experience, an internship, or a thesis required for M.A. in Communication?

This program has no minimum work experience requirement. No thesis is required to graduate.

Can GCQ360 help me apply to M.A. in Communication?

Yes -- a GCQ360 counsellor can guide you through eligibility checks, documentation, and the application process for M.A. in Communication at George Mason University, Fairfax, United States.