Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication

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Online MA in Strategic Communication

Transform your career and unlock new opportunities — at an unbeatable value — with Iowa.

Flexible. Affordable. Transformative.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or a new graduate, the University of Iowa’s online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication is your gateway to career advancement.

U2G information session

Join us for an online info session to learn more about the MA in Strategic Communication Undergraduate-to-Graduate (U2G) program at the University of Iowa.

Friday, September 5, 2025
12:30 p.m. CST

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You’ll benefit from the unsurpassed writing, communication, and storytelling training Iowa is known for—delivered online at an unbeatable value.

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Create your academic path

You'll find degree overviews, requirements, course lists, academic plans, and more to help you plan your education and explore your possibilities.

The MyUI Schedule displays registered courses for a particular session and is available to enrolled students. The list view includes course instructors, time and location, and features to drop courses or change sections.

"Attaining this degree allowed me to climb the ranks, and now I’m at an upper management level with the government. It has, without a doubt, been very beneficial.”

- Matt Doyle, Public Affairs Officer

Matt's Story

hard to beat price

Tuition is approximately $1,900 per class or $600 per credit. Plus, the program cost is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. The Iowa MA in Strategic Communication is one of the most affordable advanced degrees of its kind.

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"This program is insanely flexible. I went through a lot of major life changes—I changed careers, I got married, I had my first child, and I was able to completely balance everything."

- Katie Linder, Associate Director of Communications

Katie's Story

Work-class balance

Designed with your professional life in mind, this fully remote program allows you the flexibility and peace of mind to balance classes and your busy 9 to 5 schedule.

Custom curriculum

Hand-pick your courses to match your career interests through a curriculum that includes core courses in communication, public relations, digital, writing, and research. Customize electives to fit your interests from analytics to leadership.

More career options

Your courses will develop you into a sharp, strategic communicator ready to navigate and excel in today's professional landscape — using core communication concepts, public relations theory, and best practices in digital and analytics. This program will prepare you to take your next professional step.

Experienced faculty

Courses are taught by many current or former professionals, including digital marketers, corporate communicators, public relations experts, and content creators, linking classroom learning and real-world application.

"I think this program is kind of a hidden gem, a lot of people come from copywriting, marketing, advertising—but my background is business management and I think it enhanced my career.”

- Tamara Kuehl, Operations Manager

Tamara's Story

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Career Possibilities

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graduates since the program's inception in 2013

Our alumni hold impactful positions all over the country, and you can too.

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Whether you're ready to apply, looking for more information, or have a specific question, drop us a line and we'll be in touch!

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