Strategic Public Relations
College of Professional Studies
Program Overview
The Strategic Public Relations Master's Degree and Public Relations Graduate Certificate program takes advantage of GW’s connections in the nation’s capitol, focusing on the public policy system and the advocacy role played by PR firms and PR operations in corporations and associations in the Washington metropolitan area. The Graduate School of Political Management taps into experts in both the PR and political arenas. Plus, you’ll graduate prepared for professional advancement in the field.
The Master's Degree in Strategic Public Relations consists of 11 courses (33-credit-hours). Flexible credentials allow you to apply the graduate certificate toward the Strategic Public Relations Master’s Degree. Classes meet Monday through Thursday evenings in GW’s Alexandria Graduate Education Center.
Focus areas include Media & Communications Theory, Ethics & Law, New Media Strategies, Evaluating Communications Programs, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, and Management Skills.
Admission Requirements
Admission deadlines: |
Fall – June 15 |
Standardized test scores: |
Applicants with an overall undergrad GPA, including transfer credits, of 3.0 (no rounding of GPA) and above are not required to submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Applicants with an overall undergrad GPA, including transfer credits, below 3.0 must do AT LEAST one of the following:
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Recommendations required: |
Two (2) recommendations (preferably one professional and one academic recommendation) |
Prior academic records: |
Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended should be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission. Transcripts from institutions outside the United States must be accompanied by an official transcript evaluation from an accredited independent evaluating agency. Please be sure you request a detailed, course-by-course evaluation that includes all course titles, credit hours, grade-point average (GPA), United States degree equivalency, and date of degree conferral. Please see the list of acceptable foreign credential evaluation services. |
Statement of purpose: |
In an essay of 250-500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in this field and describe your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also, discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, as well as any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form. |
Additional requirements: |
A resumé. |
International applicants only: |
Please review International Applicant Information carefully for details on required documents, earlier deadlines for applicants requiring an I-20 or DS-2019 from GW, and English language requirements. |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
College of Professional Studies – Office of Admission
The George Washington University
44983 Knoll Square, Suite B56
Ashburn, VA 20147
M.P.S. distance education applicants only:
Admissions Processing Services
Attn: GW Online Programs
50 Northwest Point Blvd, 5th Floor
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Contact for questions:
CPS Office of Admissions
[email protected] ~ 703.299.9142 (phone) ~ 703.299.4144 (fax)
8:30 am – 5:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday