About the Graduate Public Relations Program
Historically named the first communication program in the United States, Emerson College’s on-campus Public Relations MA program teaches you to analyze, communicate with, and gain meaningful insight into communities, cultures, institutions, and lifestyles, while supporting your audience’s beliefs and values.
Housed in the School of Communication’s Department of Communication Studies, our flexible program offers you the opportunity to gain real-world experience by conducting public opinion polls and organizational social media audits, formulating crisis communication plans, writing speeches, and creating digital content. By investigating the ways in which different types of messaging can engage and persuade, you will leave the program with the skill set and strategic insight required to be a compelling advocate for better business practices, improved policies, and social justice.
Program Highlights
- Earn up to 4 Advanced Standing Credits for your professional work experience, allowing you to expedite your degree completion by applying your working knowledge toward your degree
- Full-time and part-time options available
- Courses are offered in the evening to fit your schedule
- No GRE requirements to apply
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4+1 Bachelor’s to Master’s Program
Our Public Relations MA program is available to current Emerson undergraduate students who are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in just one additional year. For more information, visit our 4+1 MA in Public Relations page.
Events
Experience Emerson Live: Sports & Politics as Pop Culture
November 3, 2025, 5:00 p.m. EDT
Join us for a virtual glimpse into Emerson’s Sports Communication and Political Communication Program! During this session, you’ll have the chance to put yourself into the shoes of an Emerson grad student. Learn more about the unexpected ways in which Sports and Politics collide, not just in our curriculum at Emerson, but in the world. Graduate Program Director Dr. Mary Anne Taylor will lead the conversation, and admissions staff will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about the program or the application process. We can’t wait to see you there!
Empower your Future: Transformational Leaders Fellowship Information Session
November 9, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EST
Join us for a virtual overview of the Transformational Leaders Fellowship! Learn how this fellowship empowers future leaders through unique learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from former Transformational Leaders fellows and admissions staff while learning about the application components, fellowship commitments, and scholarship logistics. We hope to see you there!
Graduate Application Overview
November 12, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EDT
What does it take to apply to graduate school? Join us to learn more about the process of applying to Emerson's graduate programs! Members of the admission team will be available to explain application requirements, answer your questions, and offer insider tips into the graduate school application process. We can’t wait to see you there!
Graduate International Student Information Session
November 13, 2025, 1:00 p.m. EDT
Join us for an international student information session! Staff from Graduate Admissions and the Office of International Student Affairs (OISA) will be available to explain application requirements for international students, funding opportunities, the F-1 Visa process, life at Emerson, and so much more.