GradSchool: Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication Program at James Madison University!

Do you love writing, editing, and content creation?

Consider the Writing, Rhetoric & Technical Communication (WRTC) Graduate Program at James Madison University. Our master’s program is designed for students who want to build advanced writing, communication, design, and technology skills while preparing for careers in a rapidly evolving workplace.
Students can explore topics like UX, content strategy, professional editing, publication management, global technical communication, design thinking, health communication, and more.
Why WRTC?

  • Graduate assistantships are available to cover tuition and provide a stipend.
  • Finish the 33-credit degree in as little as two years as a full-time student.
  • Complete a Capstone Internship and gain real-world experiences and skills.
  • Explore our new curriculum, launching Fall 2027!

WRTC can help you build a career doing meaningful work with words. Learn more: https://www.jmu.edu/wrtc/graduate/

Questions? Contact WRTC’s Graduate Program Director, Dr. Lori Beth De Hertogh, at dehertlb.

The WRTC Graduate Program
James Madison University

Justiss Wilder Burry, Ph.D. (he/him)
Assistant Professor
School of Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication
James Madison University

Vice President | Rhetoric of Health and Medicine Society
Personal Website | justissburry.com