Prepare for work such as Communications Teaching, Public Relations Managers, and Fundraising Managers. Students may also go on to enjoy careers teaching community college or in organizations as leadership or training and development consultants.
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"I am proud to say almost my entire family is EIU alumni. EIU is very dedicated to their students and their success."Kyla HuttonStrategic Communication | Class of 2027
The Strategic Communication concentration in the M.A. in Communication Studies Pedagogy focuses on the critical thinking and analysis necessary to develop and implement communication strategies that advance an organization's goals and mission. It is a fit if you are creative, analytical and interested in public relations, advertising, organizational communication, training or teaching.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$22,725 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing.
Talk to EIU Financial Aid →$22,725 total, just 23% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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