Admission: Strategic Communication Certification

Application Deadlines

Admission Criteria

Admissions decisions are based on individual experience and the applicant’s fit with the program. Applicants will complete the online application with the Purdue Graduate School for consideration.  The materials required for admission should be included in the online application. The GRE exam is not required for admission. 

• A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• An updated resume
• A 500-word (minimum) personal statement
• Official transcripts from all universities attended, including transfer credits
• (3) professional letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your abilities
• An application fee of $60 ($75 for international students)

• Official transcripts from all universities attended in the original language as well as English translation for transcripts and diplomas not in English.
• Non-native English speakers must also submit the following.
  • TOEFL test scores that are less than two years old and meet the following requirements:
    • Minimum Overall: 80
    • Writing: 18
    • Speaking: 27
    • Listening: 15
    • Reading: 19
• IELTS test scores that are less than two years old and meet the following requirements:
  • Minimum Overall: 6.5
  • Writing: 6.5
  • Speaking: 6.0
  • Listening: 6.0
  • Reading: 5.5

Statement of Purpose Assistance

Please respond to the following prompts to facilitate our evaluation of your application. One to two paragraphs for each prompt should be sufficient to address our questions.

• How has your professional background to date prepared you for the study of communication at the graduate-level at Purdue University?
• How has your academic background prepared you for the study of communication at the graduate-level at Purdue University?
• What strategies will you use to ensure you have the time and flexibility to proactively engage course requirements in our program?
• How is the curriculum in our program aligned with your personal and professional goals?
• What else should we know about you that will help us assess your application?