Degree Information

Graduate Degree

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  Frequently asked questions

  Tuition, program costs, and financial aid

  What is the cost of the program?
  Students accepted into the program will be charged a fee per credit hour for a total of 32 credit hours. The fee for the 2022–2023 academic year is $660/credit.

  Can I apply for financial aid?
  Yes. All U.S. graduate students are eligible for up to $20,500 in federal loan aid. Students seeking loan aid must complete the FAFSA form and are encouraged to consult with a Calvin financial aid officer before starting the program.

  Are scholarships available?
  At this time, there are no scholarships available for this program.

  Can I get a discount if I live in-state?
  No, the cost of the program is the same for all students regardless of where a student resides.

  What is the typical cost of course materials?
  Costs vary, but students can expect to spend an average of $50–$100 per course on textbooks.

  Will I need to pay a student service or wellness fee?
  Yes, the service fee is $103 per semester.

  Scheduling and requirements

  Who can apply for this program?
  Students may apply to the program after completing a four-year degree at an accredited academic institution. A cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate education is required for admittance to the program.

  When is my application due?
  Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

  How long do I have to complete the program?
  The program may be completed full-time in one year or part-time in as little as two years. All students are required to complete the program within a maximum of four years from enrollment.

  How many credit hours are required?
  This is a 32 credit hour program.

  What courses do I need to take?
  Please refer to the "Courses" tab above for required courses and descriptions.

  Can I take courses online?
  Yes, this program is offered both online and in-person.
  

  When do classes take place?
  At this time, all in-person courses will be offered in the evening.

  Are online courses synchronous or asynchronous?
  The primary mode of online instruction will be asynchronous.

  How many credit hours do I need to take to be considered full-time?
  Students taking 9–14 hours per semester are considered full-time.

  How long does it take to complete the program if I attend full-time?
  A full-time student can complete the program in one year.

  Can I be a part-time student?
  Absolutely. Our goal is to make this program accessible and convenient for all students. Each student will be assigned an advisor who will work with them to design the best schedule to address both the program requirements and the student’s unique needs.

  How long will it take to complete the program if I go part-time?
  In the spring of 2022, term-length will shift from 16-weeks per term to 8-weeks. This change will allow part-time students to take two courses per semester. At that pace, part-time students will be able to complete the program within two years. Students beginning before the spring of 2022, may take up to 3 years to complete the program.

  What type of schedule do the courses follow? How many weeks for each course?
  Beginning in spring 2022, our courses will follow an 8-week intensive schedule, other than COMM 530, which follows the traditional 16 week semester schedule.

  How can I make sure I am signing up for the right courses at the right time?
  Each student will be assigned an advisor who will work with them to design the best schedule to address both the program requirements and their unique needs.

• Careers

  Use your degree to thrive as a(n):

  • Advertising executive/planner
  • Advertising, promotions, and marketing manager
  • Content manager
  • Digital marketing manager
  • Editor
  • Film and video editors and camera operator
  • Multimedia journalist and more
  • Public relations specialist
  • Social media manager
• To apply

  Who can apply?

  Students can apply after finishing a four-year degree at an accredited academic institution. You'll also need a cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate education for admission.

  Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

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  Admission Requirements

  1. Complete the online application
  2. Submit current resumé
     Include as part of online application, or after application submission from your application status page.
  3. Submit two professional recommendations
     Provide contact information for recommenders as part of online application. Recommenders will submit recommendations directly to Calvin.
  4. Optional: Submit a demo reel, portfolio, or work sample
     Include links or files as part of online application, or after application submission from your application status page.
  5. Submit the following additional deliverables by email, or mail to Calvin University admissions (see contact information below):
     • Official transcripts from each college or university attended

  
  

  Email mmsc@calvin.edu
  Mail Calvin University Admissions, 3201 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
  

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  If you're not ready to apply, let us know you're interested and we'll keep you in the loop.

  I'm Interested

  You're also encouraged to email us if you want to discuss this program further. We look forward to meeting you soon.
  Email mmsc@calvin.edu