Online Master of Arts
in Public Relations
Prepare for highly-skilled positions managing anything from crisis communication and organizational reputation to social justice and activism. With a focus on elevating your career in public relations, our program is designed with your success in mind and tailored to various industry environments.
Whether you’re completing your undergraduate degree or you're looking to advance or change your career path, our online public relations graduate program is designed to be the perfect fit.
Register your interest to take your PR career to the next level.
True Return on Investment with Affordable Tuition
Full-Time or Part-Time, Online
Graduate in as little as 2 Years
Mentorship From Industry Experts
Advance your network, learning from respected PR professionals across a diverse range of disciplines, from government agencies to media relations. Offered through the Department of Communication, you will benefit from the mentorship of these experts and the connections you’ll make with your peers.
Learn While You Earn
Continue working while you engage in rewarding coursework. Our 100% online public relations master’s program offers the flexibility to study full- or part-time, allowing you to complete your degree in as little as two years. Apply your new skills immediately in your current role, or prepare for advanced positions in PR, marketing, media relations, public affairs and more.
Graduate Funding & Assistantships
Graduate funding opportunities at BSU include Graduate Assistantships, Fellowships, conference awards, grants, scholarships, and financial aid. Our assistantships will provide you with experience in your field and provide tuition and fee remission. Earn a high-quality degree at an exceptional value.
11% Growth 2020-2030
The outlook for public relations jobs is especially bright, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Public relations specialist jobs are expected to grow 11% from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.
“Whenever people ask me how I chose development/funding as a career, I always credit my experience in Public Relations Writing at Bridgewater. During the course, I joined a non-profit in Brockton as a development intern. Despite my initial unfamiliarity, I secured a year-long internship. This experience led me to pursue various development-related opportunities, leading me to where I am today.”
– Jessica McNeill, ’14
Senior Assistant Director, Reunion and Leadership Giving,
Harvard Business School
