Admissions

Deadline

The deadline for receipt of all materials is February 1, 2012 for Fall (September) 2012 admission.

All US citizens and permanent residents who wish to be considered for scholarship funding must submit a FAFSA by February 1, 2012. Details and a complete list of scholarships are available on the admissions web site. Please note: some scholarships require a separate application. 

Updates

Our advising staff offer online chat sessions for prospective graduate students. View the chat session schedule.

Application Forms and Instructions

Application forms and instructions are available from the NYU Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions.

Please send all materials to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Processing of an application will be delayed if materials are sent to the Department of Media, Culture, and Communication.

An application to the MA program in Media, Culture, and Communication includes:

1. The application form and fee (major code: MDCC, no option code)
2. A statement of purpose/personal statement (2 - 3 pages double-spaced) that explains your purpose in undertaking graduate study in media, culture, and communication
3. Two letters of recommendation from persons in a position to assess your ability to succeed in a graduate program
4. A résumé of your academic and professional experience
5. Transcripts
6. GRE scores (General Test, institution code 2556, no departmental code required).

International applicants should carefully review the Special Instructions for International Applicants for information about TOEFL requirements and transcript translation.

Please note: we receive an enormous number of inquiries from prospective students. Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page will provide you with basic information about the program.