Program eligibility requirements
How to Apply to the MS in Technical Communication
To be eligible for admission, you’ll need:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Relevant coursework or professional experience in technical communication, professional writing, or interaction design
- Don’t have this background? You may still qualify. In some cases, professional experience can substitute for coursework.
- If you're missing both, we may ask you to complete specified courses before or during the program.
- A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
International Applicants
International students must meet the same academic and program requirements and provide proof of English proficiency via one of the following:
- TOEFL: 80 (Internet), 550 (paper), or 213 (computer)
- IELTS: 6.5 overall
- Duolingo English Test: 105 (sent directly to Metro State)
Application Checklist
To complete your application, submit the following through the GradCAS website:
- Online application
- $38 nonrefundable application fee
- Official transcripts
- Statement of goals (1–2 pages)
Describe how the MS in Technical Communication supports your personal, professional, or academic goals. - Portfolio of work (up to 20 pages or a link to a digital portfolio)
Your portfolio should showcase your skills in technical writing, editing, design, and/or user experience. - Two references
We recommend one academic and one professional reference, but other combinations are accepted. - Proof of English proficiency (for international applicants only)
How to Submit
- Visit the GradCAS website
- Select your intended start term:
- Fall 2024 / Spring 2025
- Summer 2025 / Fall 2025
- Create or log in to your account
- Choose Technical Communication (MS) as your program
- Upload all required materials and submit your application
Note: You can only submit once. If you need to update your application after submission, contact graduate.studies@metrostate.edu.
Application Fee Waiver
Active-duty military, veterans, and Metro State alumni are eligible for an application fee waiver.
To request one, email graduate.studies@metrostate.edu.
Application instructions
Metro State University is participating in the common application for graduate programs (GradCAS). Applications are only accepted via the CAS website.
CAS steps
- Select the term for which you are seeking admission (below), and navigate to the CAS website. Open applications include:
- Create or log in to your account and select the Technical Communication (MS) program.
- Carefully review all instructions and complete all four sections of the application.
Specific application requirements for individual programs can be found on each program page in CAS. Carefully read the instructions that appear throughout the application pages. You can only submit your application once. If you need to update information you have submitted, please notify graduate.studies@metrostate.edu
Application fee
A nonrefundable $38 fee is required for each application. Applications will not be processed until this fee is received.
Active-duty military, veterans, and Metro State alumni can receive an application fee waiver. Contact graduate.studies@metrostate.edu.