Application Materials
To be admitted to the Master of Arts in Media and Cinema Studies, applicants must demonstrate a capacity for achievement through past academic or professional work. The College of Communication looks at each application as a unique presentation of a candidate's profile and will consider a variety of information sources. Admission decisions will be based on the following:
- Online application and $40 application fee.
- Official undergraduate transcript showing the completion of a bachelor's degree (minimum grade point average preferred is 3.0 on a 4-point scale).
- Writing sample (research paper that demonstrates the applicant's ability to synthesize and criticize scholarly work).
- Two letters of recommendation written by work supervisors and/or faculty members familiar with the applicant's academic and/or professional achievements.
- Résumé or curriculum vitae.
- GRE scores are not required, but may be submitted to strengthen an application.
International Students
An English language examination is required for applicants who have completed their undergraduate education outside the USA. Minimum TOEFL score requirements are listed as follows:
- 590 for a paper test
- 243 for a computer test
- 96 for an Internet test with no section scoring under a 22
- 7.5 for IELTs test
International students (those who were educated outside of the U.S. and/or require an F1 visa) must take additional steps to be considered for admission. Please review International Student Admission for exact information.
Submitting Materials
Application materials including the statement of purpose, writing sample, and resume, can be uploaded directly into the online application. Applicants also have the option of submitting the application without these items and emailing them separately to graddepaul@depaul.edu. Students may request recommendations through the online application and track whether they have been submitted.
Transcripts (and letters of recommendation not submitted through the online application) should be mailed to:
Office of Graduate Admission
College of Communication
DePaul University
2400 N. Sheffield Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614-2215
Application credentials (including official electronic transcripts) also can be emailed to the Office of Graduate Admission at graddepaul@depaul.edu. Please make sure your name is on all documents.
Application Deadlines
The College of Communication reviews graduate applications on a continuous basis. Priority deadlines are set below for students interested in admission scholarships.
Fall Quarter
To be considered for admission scholarships in the Fall quarter, applicants should submit an application by June 1. Admission scholarships are based on merit.
Winter Quarter
To be considered for admission scholarships in the Winter quarter, applicants should submit an application by November 2. Admission scholarships are based on merit.
Spring Quarter
To be considered for admission scholarships in the Spring quarter, applicants should submit an application by February 15. Admission scholarships are based on merit.
Information Sessions
Learn more about the Media and Cinema Studies graduate program and meet with program faculty at an upcoming
information session.