Overview

Past students of the Health and Risk Communication program from Michigan State University have come from diverse educational backgrounds, including undergraduate degrees in communication, psychology, epidemiology, nutrition, kinesiology, nursing, and various specialty fields across the social, health, and life sciences.

For current graduate students and working professionals who are trying to enter the field of health and risk communication, we now also offer the Health and Risk Communication Graduate Certificate (HRC-GC).

Key Facts

Whether your passion lies in research or practical application, our program offers a deep dive into the world of health and risk communication strategies and their role in public health.

You'll hone your skills in crafting impactful programs and interventions while mastering the art of designing, executing, and analyzing pertinent research. Completing the HRC-MA at Michigan State will empower you to adeptly inform, influence, and inspire individuals to embrace happier, healthier lifestyles.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mass Communication and Public Health

Health Communication for Diverse Populations

Quantitative Research Methods

Epidemiology

Advertising and PR for Health, Science, and the Environment

Environment, Health, and Science Journalism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

East Lansing, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Public Health Risk Management View 514 other Masters in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Complete the Online MSU Graduate School Application and pay the fee: The fee is $65 for domestic students and $75 for international students
Official Transcripts
List Three Recommenders’ Names and their email addresses
An Academic Statement
A Personal Statement
A Resume

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

29271 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29271 USD / year

≈ 29271 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15460 USD / year

≈ 15460 USD / year

Living costs

East Lansing

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

East Lansing

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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