An undergraduate communication degree or a degree in a related discipline with possible prerequisites in communication research is required.

There is no minimum GPA requirement. Successful applicants typically have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above.

GRE scores are not required but may be submitted to strengthen an application.

Applicants whose records vary from these guidelines may be admitted based upon fit with the program, past experiences or letters of recommendation.

Application Requirements
Application form and fee
Three letters of recommendation
Transcript(s)
R'sum
Statement of Purpose

Requirements for International Students
The communication program is reading and writing intensive. International students who achieve success in the program tend to have IBT TOEFL scores at or above 100/120 Total (25/30 Reading and 25/30 Writing) or IELTS scores of 7.5/9 Total (7/9 Reading and 6.5/9 Writing). If the language of instruction of an applicant's post-secondary institution is English, applicants do not need to demonstrate further evidence of English Language proficiency.

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students. International students must also meet the following additional requirements:
Financial documents are required to complete an application for admission and be reviewed for admission and merit scholarships.
Proof of financial support that must include:
A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the student's time at Saint Louis University
A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of the student's study at the University
Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include:
Courses taken and/or lectures attended
Practical laboratory work
The maximum and minimum grades attainable
The grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations
Any honors or degrees received.