Master of Technical Communication - MTC
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About this Degree
The professional degree program in Technical Communication welcomes applications from the following types of students:
students interested in an academic career in technical communication
working professionals seeking advancement and interested in gaining skills in the diverse and complex field of technical communication, which includes user experience, usability, social media, crisis communication, and other professional writing careers.
high school English teachers who want to expand their repertoire of English courses to include technical communication
The entire program may be completed online and prepares students for understanding how culture, technology, and workplace research shape the field and practice of technical communication.
Refer to the Master of Technical Communication pages for more information.
Financial Information
For information on the cost of the program, refer to USU Online’s Cost and Financial Aid Page.
Note that employees of Utah State University may be eligible to receive a tuition reduction for this program. Call Human Resources for further information at (435) 797-0216.
Admission Requirements for this Program
Master’s Admission Requirements
The GRE, MAT or GMAT are not required to be considered for the Master of Technical Communication program. Applicants need to have a minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in the last 60 credits taken in order to be considered. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries should see the additional requirements described on the Graduate School Admissions Policies
Master’s Admission Procedure
Master’s students must apply for admission through the School of Graduate Studies
The MTC program application requires the following supplemental items:
Letter of intent
Resume or CV
One sample of applicant’s professional writing
Half-page introduction to the sample
Three letters of recommendation from people who can address your readiness for graduate studies
Refer to the Master of Technical Communication application page for more information on your application and for help in making your application more persuasive.
Deadlines
The deadline for the online Master of Technical Communication is February 10 for admission in the fall.
Additional Questions
You may send questions to TCR Program Director, Dr. Chen Chen at chen.chen@usu.edu.
