Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at UT Austin, Austin

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Overview

Offered at the PG level of study by the The University of Texas at Austin, Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs is one of the top choices among international students around the globe. Students can do this course over a period of 3 years. Plus, candidates must meet the minimum score requirements for aptitude test and English proficiency exams such as TOEFL for admissions to the university for Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs. Also, they must submit all the required documents. When it comes to the expenses of studying this program, the cost is divided into two parts, annual tuition cost and the cost of living. The annual The University of Texas at Austin tuition fee for Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs is around USD 22,141 (INR 2,125,315). Note that this amount does not include:

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Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹21.25 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Fees

For attending the The University of Texas at Austin for Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs, students have to pay the tuition fee as well as the living expenses. The The University of Texas at Austin Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs fee structure varies for domestic and international students.

Foreign students will have to pay USD 22,141 (INR 2,125,315) for the first-year of study.

Refer to the table below for the breakdown of expenses for the The University of Texas at Austin Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs cost of attendance:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 21,25,351

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.99165 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 4ᵗʰ November 2025

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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CGPA - 3/4
Applicants must have aUG degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a comparable degree from a foreign academic institution

Comparable Degrees are MA/MSc/MCom or Four year UG Degree

A grade point average of at least 3 on a 4 scale or a comparable GPA in upper division work junior and senior level courses and in any PG work already completed is also required
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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Rankings

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University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#4	Communication and Media Studies QS, 2026
#43	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#4	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of Texas at Austin
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

10% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Fun loving

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Internships3.3

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs4.2

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.7

Value for money3.5

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.2

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration3

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Master of Science in Marketing - Batch of 2026

4.4

Fantastic college that outshines most of the popular private universities.

Tips: There is a cultural difference. People coming from India will need time to adjust to Austin and the US. UT offers a scholarship along with your admission letter. You can still mail and apply, but the success rate is very low. I earned a scholarship of 5000 with my admission letter. The best way to get a scholarship is to apply in the first round. I am very satisfied with the university, still adjusting to the country. I would say the course is good, but it's very important to know that it is more analytical than described on the website.

Likes (Public transportation): UT students can use all the public transportation in Austin for free. The bus services are great and are mostly on time. The bus services cover all the major areas of Austin that students would like to visit. Even if you have a guest coming over, the bus pass is also very affordable.

Dislikes (Part time work): This is a 10-month course, and due to this, there is no option for TA/RA/Internship. There are many part-time opportunities, but due to a very tight schedule, student of this course cannot do most of them. The ones we can do are for PTS (Parking and Transportation Services) and Dining. The average pay is $14.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1350

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 77500

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026Read more

Avika

Master of Public Affairs/Master of Community and Regional Planning - Batch of 2026

3.6

People are friendly and welcoming.

Tips: Initially, studying here can seem intimidating, but the people are warm and helpful. It took me a semester to adjust to my classes and establish a routine. While play is emphasised as much as work, you are expected to do your best in assignments and projects to be taken seriously. I chose this program to gain a better understanding of policy-making and history, and it has not disappointed.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2450

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90600

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Communication and Leadership - Batch of 2025

3.4

Interesting and diverse.

Tips: Texas is a very unique city offering all aspects of the American life in one place. The cost of living is reasonable compared to other states, but securing on-campus housing is a task. You can skip the orientation; it's not that useful anyway, but make sure your housing is sorted and that you have a functioning account. The international students mixer is where I found my friends.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1975

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85225

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025Read more

Vioma

MA in Radio-Television-Film/MA in Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies - Batch of 2023

3.7

The university campus is good with very helpful faculty.

Tips: Students should know that they might get a temporary culture shock but that will not unnecessarily be a bad thing as people here might come off as more blunt or transparent but they are also equally kind and helpful. Talk to your supervisors and interact in classrooms. Campus life is also very educative and you are bound to learn a lot. Public transportation is affordable and accessible throughout the day, Overall, I am satisfied with the course, college and the country.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2075

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 78275

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2024Read more

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Master of Science in Community and Regional Planning/Master of Science in Urban Design - Batch of 2023

3.5

The university provides a good sense of community.

Tips: Studying at the University of Texas has been an incredible journey with lots of ups and downs so far. The student body is diverse, and accommodation so you will meet good people. Focus on network building and making friends while you're here. Overall, I am satisfied with my experience.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2875

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 79050

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2024Read more

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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin
Highlights

Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs is offered by Moody College of Communication under The University of Texas at Austin, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 3 Years.
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Master of Arts in Communication Studies/Master of Public Affairs
at
UT Austin

Scholarships

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