Overview

The Master of Arts in Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM) from Nova Southeastern University provides students with a foundation for conducting and presenting research, applying rhetorical theories, teaching writing, and producing digital media.

Key Facts

Through specialized coursework and experiential learning in the history, theory, and production of composition, rhetoric, and digital media, you will develop expertise researching and composing in a range of professional genres.

As part of NSU's program, you have the opportunity to work with a variety of local organizations and university departments and programs, present and publish research independently and collaboratively with faculty and peers, and contribute to NSU publications such as Digressions, the student-run literary and art magazine.

CRDM is built with your long-term success and employability in mind.

The CRDM program prepares you for a career in writing, publishing, teaching, communication, and doctoral study.

CRDM graduates are prepared to pursue doctoral studies in Composition and Rhetoric and related disciplines, as well as a variety of careers in publishing, media production, public relations, and education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods
Theories of Composition
Studies in Multimodality
Rhetorical Criticism
Teaching Writing
Writing Center Praxis
Teaching Writing Online
Social Media Writing and Strategy
Advanced Writing with Technologies
Game Studies
Technical Writing
Rhetorical Traditions in Writing Studies
Transmedia Theory and Production
Editing, Layout and Design
Teaching and Tutoring Second Language Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-03 00:00:00

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More details

Admissions is on a “rolling” basis with program start dates offered in August (Fall term) and May (Summer term).

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Davie, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 514 other Masters in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate GPA of 2.85 or higher is required for application.
Submit the completed NSU Graduate Application and the $50 application fee.
Provide a resume or curriculum vitae.
Complete an interview with program leadership.
Submit two content samples, each no longer than five written pages or three minutes of media content.
Acceptable content samples include academic papers, journalistic work, public relations materials, digital media content, teaching materials, technical writing, or other approved formats.
Non‑native English speakers or graduates of non‑English institutions must demonstrate English proficiency through a qualifying U.S. degree or acceptable TOEFL scores (iBT 80+ old scale or 4+ new scale).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12900 USD / year

≈ 12900 USD / year
Out-of-State

12900 USD / year

≈ 12900 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12900 USD / year

≈ 12900 USD / year

Living costs

Davie

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Composition, Rhetoric, and Digital Media.

Available Scholarships

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