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Admissions

How to Apply

Apply using our graduate application portal

Fee: $60 (Fee waivers are available for those who qualify.)

All graduate programs require a completed application form, a statement of goals, and one certified copy of official transcripts from every college and university attended, including Temple University. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is ordinarily required for admissions consideration. However, requirements for some programs may vary.

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation should be obtained from evaluators who are able to provide insight into your potential for professional achievement and aptitude for graduate study.

Letters of recommendation may be requested electronically through your application account or sent directly from each reference to either or to the following mailing address.

Temple University, Klein College of Media and Communication
Office of Research and Graduates Studies
Annenberg Hall, Room 344
2020 N. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091

Resume

Current resume or curriculum vitae is required.

Standardized Test Scores

Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) general test scores are optional. If provided, scores at or above the 65th percentile are expected.

Statement of Goals

Include your special interests within the discipline and expectations for the program.

Transcripts

Submit official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions from which you have earned credit.

Writing Sample

If you elect not to submit GRE scores, you are required to submit one of the options below so that your readiness and ability/potential to engage rigorously with graduate-level work can be assessed.

  1. Professional writing samples that you produced in a professional capacity, such as a project report, public relations release or any internal communications. Please include a cover sheet indicating the purpose of the piece, its intended audience and if any analysis was done.
  2. Academic paper or published article. Please include a cover sheet identifying the course and term for which the academic paper was written or the publication’s title and publication date.

Please ensure all supporting materials are sent electronically to or by mail to the following address.

Temple University, Klein College of Media and Communication
Office of Research and Graduates Studies
Annenberg Hall, Room 344
2020 N. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091

Admission Deadlines

  • Fall: Feb. 15

  • Spring: Nov. 1

Application Status

Track your application status on your account to determine its progress and whether or not supporting materials are still needed. You will be notified via email once your application is complete. Our Admissions Office will also be in touch throughout the process with updates regarding your application status. Please be sure to check your email for messages from .