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Communicate With Purpose

At the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), our Master of Arts in Communication offers a dynamic, learner-centered, and flexible graduate experience designed to help you achieve your career and academic goals.

Whether you're looking to advance your current career, pursue new professional opportunities, or prepare for a future in higher education, this program provides the skills and knowledge to support your next step. It's designed for working professionals, recent graduates, and anyone ready to deepen their communication expertise. You’ll cultivate a comprehensive and deep understanding of communication while working with faculty who encourage intellectual curiosity and help tailor your learning experience to your individual goals.

About this degree

33

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS

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COMPETITIVE TUITION PRICING

DEC. 1

SPRING 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE

FLEXIBLE

SYNCFLEX AND IN-PERSON OPTIONS

Why Choose UNO’s Master's in Communication?

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SYNCFLEX LEARNING

Learn your way with SyncFlex, a flexible format that lets you attend class in person or synchronously via Zoom. All courses are scheduled Monday – Thursday from 6:00 PM – 8:40 PM

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FLEXIBLE COMPLETION

Choose between a Thesis or Project to prepare for professional and personal success after graduation.

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EXPERT FACULTY

Learn from award-winning, nationally recognized faculty who are actively advancing the field through publications, books, community outreach, and conference presentations.

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Master's in Communication Curriculum

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to equip students with both a breadth and depth of knowledge in communication while encouraging intellectual curiosity and allowing them to tailor the program to their individual goals.

In this program, you’ll take courses like:

  • Research Methods Seminars
  • Organizational Communication and Leadership
  • Communication, Health, and Disparity
  • Pop Culture, Mass Media, and Visual Rhetoric

The Master in Communication requires 33 credits. (See chart for breakdown of credits)

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The School of Communication

The School of Communication is in the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) and offers a dynamic curriculum with opportunities for research, creative activity, community service experiences in mass media outlets. Our mission is to provide a student-centered, dynamic environment designed to elevate, empower and engage students to become skilled, ethical citizens and professionals who can excel in diverse local and global communities.

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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
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