Outline your professional experiences, skills and education history. Include any certificates, responsibilities or volunteer work you believe is relevant.
You may upload unofficial transcripts for the purposes of admissions. You will need to provide official transcripts later on to enroll in the MSC Program.
Submit the names and contact details of two individuals who will recommend you to the program, and the MSC will contact them with a form to complete.
Tell the Admissions Committee why you’re applying to the Northwestern MSC and the contribution you will make to the rest of your cohort.
Interview in-person or virtually with a member of the Admissions Committee after submitting your application.
We’ve found that standardized test scores are not necessarily a predictor of success in the MSC program — which is why we do not require GRE or GMAT scores.
In less than a year, you’ll earn your Masters from an elite institution and gain new skills to transform yourself and the organizations you serve.
Test scores do not tell the whole story. The MSC does not require GREs or GMATS — so you can apply right away.
Apply anytime. The MSC accepts applications across four deadlines throughout the year.
Get your Masters degree in under a year with our accelerated MS in Communication degree program.
Staff discuss the MSC application.
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“The Admissions team was incredibly welcoming and gave me a chance to express why the program enticed me.”
Stephanie Santos
Class of 2019
Toby Cortelyou and alumni Naazish YarKhan discuss the application essay.
Why are you applying specifically to the MSC Program at Northwestern University and what unique value do you hope to add to the MSC experience of your classmates?
You also have the opportunity to write an additional essay that includes information you feel may not be adequately addressed through the other application materials.
Relax and converse with a member of the MSC Admissions Committee and tell us about yourself — your story, experiences and philosophies.
The Admissions Interview is meant to help us delve into who you are and why you’re applying to the program. At the same time, it’s a chance for you to get to know us and ask any questions you have.
