7 Step Guide to Earning a Master of Arts in Strategic Communication at Rollins
Earning a Master of Arts in Strategic Communication at Rollins prepares you for a wide range of opportunities in high-demand career fields including public relations, marketing communication, social media marketing, and healthcare communication. From our personalized learning environment and flexible format to our expert faculty you will be armed with the critical skills needed to advance your career.
1. Advance Your Career
Simply put: A Master of Arts in Strategic Communication degree can help you earn more. In fact, according to a recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report, workers with a master’s degree earn an average of $10,000 more per year than workers who hold bachelor’s degrees. Over the course of a career, workers with a master’s degree earn over $400,000 more on average than workers with a bachelor’s degree. Take the first step toward your brighter future by scheduling a one-on-one video chat with one of our counselors.
2. Designed to Fit Your Life
From work to family, you have a lot going on. We get it. That’s why we designed our Master of Arts in Strategic Communication degree specifically for students like you. Our conveniently timed, evening classes suit your needs, plus full or part-time options put you in control of your schedule.
3. Personalized Learning Environment
With an average class size of just 20, our personalized learning environment is designed to maximize engagement and support, and thanks to our 10:1 student-faculty ratio, our expert professors have the freedom to focus on you. At Rollins, you’ll work collaboratively with faculty on every aspect of your professional development, from a faculty-led capstone experience to networking with local professionals in the community. But don't just take our word for it—see for yourself. Schedule a visit today and get a firsthand look at our commitment to engaged learning.
4. Hands-on Experience
Wondering how to gain the experience that hiring managers are looking for? Our integrated internship experience is designed to connect your coursework to the essential skills that employers are seeking and professionals already working in the marketing field can use their current work experience as the foundation for their internship.
5. Affordable Tuition
Everyone from respected publications to former university presidents rate Rollins a top value among the nation’s best colleges, and we believe every deserving student should have access to our transformative education. Our low graduate tuition makes earning a degree from Rollins possible, bottom line: you can do this and we’re here to help!
6. Streamlined Admission
Our holistic admission process provides an individual approach to each applicant and our application process is as simple as 1…2...3, that's right, simply submit your application, official transcripts, and letter of recommendations, we will take it from there. Don’t worry - you’re not alone in the process. Rollins offers support for everything from submitting your admission application to registering for classes, you’ll never be on your own thanks to the personalized attention of our dedicated faculty and staff.
7. A Powerful Reputation
This past September, U.S. News & World Report ranked Rollins the No. 1 regional university in the South in its 2021 rankings of the nation’s best colleges. The rankings, which evaluate colleges and universities on 15 measures of academic quality, placed Rollins first among 142 institutions in the category. It marked the 26th consecutive year that Rollins was ranked the No. 1 regional university in Florida—a record that underscores the high-quality experience you can expect on our Winter Park campus and the prestigious weight a Rollins degree carries not only in Orlando but throughout Florida and across the country.
David Painter
MSC Program Director
"Communication occupations are projected to grow over the coming years and there are a great number of employment opportunities - you might become a graphic designer, public relations specialist, advertising/marketing manager, or social media content creator, just to name a few. Also, communication skills are foundational – learning how to express our thoughts and feelings, listen actively and holistically, and develop mutually beneficial relationships makes our lives worth living."
Keri Gasiorowski
Rollins Graduate '07
"I never thought I would finish college. I wanted to work and I thought I could invest my time into my career and that would be enough. Then, I learned about the Masters of Arts in Strategic Communications at Rollins and little did I know, but my life trajectory would never be the same. Not only was I able to continue to grow in my field, I was able to balance the classes with the support from the teachers and my fellow classmates."
Take The Next Step
Hi, my name is Kelsey and I will be your primary contact throughout your application and admission journey. I will help you to better understand our admission process and provide guidance along the way. Discover how Rollins is designed to fit your life and career goals today by scheduling a one-on-one conversation.
