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Combination Degree ProcessMaster of Arts in Mass Communication (MAMC)
On-Campus Master’s ProgramsProfessional Master’s ProgramResearch / Theory Track
For more information on our On-Campus Master of Mass Communication (MAMC) Programs: Professional Master’s Program: https://www.jou.ufl.edu/graduate/graduate-professional-masters/Research and Theory Master’s Track: https://www.jou.ufl.edu/graduate/research-and-theory/
START
YES
NO
Verify you have a minimum of
6 electives available &
have advisor sign off on
interest form.
Contact your advisor in the PATH office
Contact your advisor in your
college
Obtain Associate Dean Tom Kelleher’s (CJC
Grad Division) & Associate Dean
James Babanikos’ (CJC Path Office) signatures.
PATH Office will process
your complete application
Contact Chair of your Undergraduate
program to review FORM 2 & obtain their signature on
FORM 3.
Contact graduate program of your interest:
Elizabeth Calienes ([email protected]), Dir. Professional Master’s Program
Tom Kelleher ([email protected]), Associate Dean Graduate Studies for
Research & Theory Masters
Unfortunately, you will not be able to participate in the Combination Degree Program.
NO
CompleteMemo of
Understanding (MOU)
Complete FORM 2 & obtain Adviser’s signature
Complete FORM 3
CompleteFORM 1 & Statement of Goals
Note: Form 2 should include your
Undergraduate plan and list ‘GRAD ELECTIVE’
’where it would fit in your plan.
KEEP IN MIND
You must take the GRE before taking your third class in the program and
initiate the application
process.
You may only take the graduate level classes as a junior or senior.
Current graduate students will be given priority over
combination degree students for required
courses.
You must receive a grade of B or higher in each graduate level course to continue
enrollment in the program.
You may only take up to four graduate classes
(12 credits) before completing your
undergraduate degree at the University
of Florida. You will be charged a graduate-level tuition rate for
these courses.
To register for graduate classes you must contact your graduate advisor in a timely manner during
semester registration periods.
Are you a student in the College of
Journalism & Communications?
YES
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ON-CAMPUS COMBINATION DEGREE
Application Process for CJC - MAMC Combination Degree Program FORMS 1, 2, 3 AND MEMO OF UNDERSTANDING ARE INCLUDED IN THIS PACKET
What steps should I take if I want to apply to the Combination Degree program?
STEP ONE 1. Contact your undergraduate adviser to make sure you are eligible for our program.2. Fill out the Combination Degree Interest form (FORM 1) and Statement of Goals.
STEP TWO 3. Fill out the Combination Degree Program Plan (FORM 2), indicating what semester you plan on taking
a GRADUATE COURSE and obtain adviser’s signature.4. Schedule a meeting with an advisor in the graduate division (either Professional Master’s or Research
and Theory) to determine courses to include in Form 3. Complete the UF Combination Bachelor’s andMaster’s Degree Request form (FORM 3).
STEP THREE 5. Contact the Chair of your undergrad program to review FORM 2 and obtain their signature on FORM 3.6. Sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and obtain the signature of Associate
Dean Tom Kelleher and Associate Dean James Babanikos on FORM 3.
Professional Master’s Program (https://www.jou.ufl.edu/graduate/graduate-professional-masters/)
If you are interested in the Pro Master’s Program, contact the Graduate Coordinator and Program Director, Elizabeth
Calienes. [email protected]. She will want to read your statement of goals and discuss the program with you.
Research and Theory Master’s Track (https://www.jou.ufl.edu/graduate/research-and-theory/)
If you are interested in a Research/Theory track, contact Associate Dean Tom Kelleher,
[email protected]. He will read your statement of goals and discuss the program with you and/or
recommend meeting with one of the area coordinators (advertising, international com,
journalism, etc.).
STATEMENT OF GOALS Required 300 words describing your purpose for pursuing the Combination Degree Questions to guide you:
• Why did you decide to pursue a Combination Degree?
• What do you feel you will accomplish both during and after you havecompleted the Combination Degree?
• What interests you about the given field of study?
• Which master’s program do you intend on applying to?
• What are your career goals and how will this Combination Degree help youachieve them?
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If you are interested in applying to the Combination Degree program, please fill out this FORM 1 and meet with your undergraduate adviser in the PATH office to ensure your eligibility. Complete the Combination Degree Program Plan (FORM 2) with your undergraduate adviser. When you have obtained the signature of your PATH undergraduate adviser, meet with the chair of the undergraduate department you are in for a signature on Form 3.
Applicant Information
UFID Last Name First Name Middle Name
Major College Expected Graduation Date
MAMC Program Information. Choose Professional or Research and Theory.
Professional
Research and Theory (Choose one from below.) Advertising
International Comm
Journalism
Public Relations
Science/Health Comm
Telecommunication
JD/MAMC joint degree
I am committing to apply to the MAMC program and take the GRE after the first half of the Combination Degree program.
Student Signature: Date:
Undergraduate Adviser Only Eligibility:
¨ Junior/senior standing
¨ Minimum of 3.0 GPA
¨ Minimum of 6 available professional elective credits
¨ No excess charges
I hereby certify that the student is eligible according to the above requirements.
Undergraduate Adviser Signature: Date: _
Graduate Division Only ¨ Combination Degree Interest FORM 1¨ Combination Degree Program Plan FORM 2¨ UF Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Request FORM 3¨ Statement of Goals¨ Memo of Understanding
FORM 1 UF CJC On-Campus Combination Degree Interest
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Combination Degree Program Plan Please include the term “GRADUATE COURSE” in the semester you plan to register for a graduate level course. If you know which course you would like to take, please include the name of the course in the plan. Please note that priority for registration in departmentally controlled graduate level courses will be given to current graduate students. This may alter your plan if courses are not available.
Take the GRE by:
Apply to the MAMC program by: _
Signature of undergrad department Chair Date _
Combination Degree ProgramPlan
FORM 2 UF CJC On-Campus
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A 3.0 UF GPA (most programs require a higher GPA) is necessary to enroll in 12 hours (21 for certain programs) of graduate coursework during the junior and/or senior year. To apply the graduate credit to a master's degree, you must meet admission requirements of the Graduate School and all graduate coursework must be completed with grades of B or better. Contact the graduate coordinator for details.
Student Information
UFID Last Name First Name Middle Name
Email Address Telephone Number
Local Mailing Address
Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree
Major Code Major Major Code Department
College College
Degree Expected Bach. Degree Date Degree Expected Master’s Degree Date
Signature of Undergraduate Department Date Signature of Graduate Department Date
List the courses you wish to apply to both the undergraduate and graduate degrees. Please note that registration may be limited to current graduate students and availability of seats may not be known until the beginning of the term. A maximum of 12 credits can apply dually to both degrees.
Course Prefix & Number
Course Title Credits Undergraduate Requirement Substituting
Term Planned or Term Taken
Grade
TOTAL CREDITS
Signature of Applicant Date Signature of Undergraduate Advising Dean Date
COM Mass Communication
FORM 3 Combination Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Request
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Gainesville FL 32611-8400 Phone: (352) 392-6557
Fax: (352) 392-1794 [email protected]/grad
College of Journalism & Communications Combined Degree Memorandum of Understanding
Read each statement carefully and sign below. If you do not feel you can agree with the terms in this document, you will not be able to proceed with the University of Florida College of Journalism & Communications Combined Degree program. If you have any questions, you may contact the program director or graduate advisor.
• I understand that, to complete my MAMC degree, I must take the GRE before taking my third class in theprogram to initiate my application. Afterward, I must apply to the Graduate program before the deadlineand take the remaining courses after being accepted into the program.
• I understand that the combined degree program requires that I maintain at least a 3.0 GPA throughout myundergraduate enrollment at the University of Florida.
• I understand that I may only take the graduate level classes as a junior or senior at the University of Florida.• I understand that I must receive a grade of B or higher in each graduate level course I take to continue my
enrollment in the program.• I understand that I will be charged a graduate-level tuition rate for these courses.• I understand that graduate courses are more rigorous than undergraduate courses and may require more
time and effort to successfully complete coursework.• I understand that a 3-hour credit course, in addition to the typical 3 hours of contact time per week, usually
requires at least 6-7 additional hours of time per week. I understand this means I should expect to spendapproximately 9-10 hours per week on this course. I understand that this number of hours may varydepending on the coursework schedule and project deadlines.
• I understand that a 4-hour credit course, in addition to the typical 4 hours of contact time per week, usuallyrequires at least 7-9 additional hours of time per week. I understand this means I should expect to spendapproximately 11 – 13 hours per week on this course. I understand that this number of hours may varydepending on the coursework schedule and project deadlines.
• I understand that to register for combined degree classes I must contact my graduate advisor in a timelymanner during semester registration periods.
• I understand that I may only take up to four graduate classes maximum before completing myundergraduate degree at the University of Florida.
I hereby agree to the terms laid out in this document and would like to proceed with enrollment in the University of Florida College of Journalism & Communications Combined Degree program.
Signature: Date:
Printed Name:
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institute
D IVISION OF G RADUATE S TUDIES A ND R ESEARCH PO B OX 118400 - 2000 W EIMER H ALL
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