College of Liberal Arts

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E-mail: writ@umn.edu

Admission

Application

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The master of science in scientific and technical communication (M.S. in STC) focuses on applying technical communication theory and research to the practice of scientific and technical communication in the workplace and laboratory. Experience in industry is valued, so is a demonstrable interest in theory and research. Applicants may have greater strengths in one or the other.

To apply for admission you must submit the following documents to the director of graduate studies (DGS) and the graduate admissions committee in the Department of Writing Studies and to the Graduate School.

Download Department of Writing Stuidies Graduate Application directions (PDF).

To the Department of Writing Studies:

  • The Department of Writing Studies Application Form (PDF), with a detailed statement of professional goals.
  • Three evaluations or letters of recommendation. If you are a recent graduate, at least one form should be from your undergraduate advisor, major professor, or department chair. Evaluation forms from employers are also acceptable. The Graduate School has an electronic format for accepting letters of recommendation, or you may use the Department of Writing Studies graduate evaluation form (PDF).
  • Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores (U.S. and Canadian applicants only); use department code 4599, "Communication-Other," on your GRE form.
  • Two samples of your work. At least one sample should demonstrate your ability to carry out research and construct an argument based on research
  • Transcripts of all academic work completed (photocopies are acceptable).
  • TOEFL scores (for international applicant only).

To the Graduate School:

We suggest that you submit the application materials to the Graduate School at least 3 weeks before the deadline to allow them time to process the information and forward it to our department. Graduate School Office of Admissions website.

M.S. Application Deadlines

Students will be admitted to the M.S. in STC in the fall of spring semesters of each year. Application deadlines for the M.S. in STC program are as follows:

  • June 15: For fall semester admission
  • October 15: For spring semester admission.

Certificate Application

Certificate Application (PDF) from the College of Continuing Education.