The Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies is part of the Communication Studies Department's master's program. The certificate consists of three required courses and three elective courses. Full-time students will be able to complete the program in a year. Using summer classes, part-time students will be able to complete the certificate in a year and a half.

Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies at Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University offers the Graduate Certificate of Communication Studies as a full-time degree delivered online at its main campus in Huntsville , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for communication studies and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.
About Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies at Sam Houston State University
Entry Requirements
Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies at Sam Houston State University
How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Communication Studies at Sam Houston State University
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Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.
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Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
See your program of study for specific submission deadlines. -
Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.
NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.
- Submit an English proficiency test score
- Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.

United States of America, Huntsville