Overview

We’ll help you become a strong, effective, and ethical communicator, and put you on the path to career success. In this program, you’ll pursue the theoretical and practical study of effective communication in many environments.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll study communication theories in public speaking, interpersonal communication, self-communication, intercultural communication and group communication. And, you’ll learn to incorporate these theories into your own speaking style.

Our Speech Communication program at Iona University is guided by the National Communication Association’s (NCA) eight public speaking competencies.

From interpersonal speech through business and professional speaking, from story telling and narrative to communication for the healthcare professional, and gender differences in communication, you’ll have the opportunity to build a solid foundation for further study as well as to identify career opportunities in diverse areas.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business and Professional Speaking

Intercultural Communication

Communication Theory

Small Group Communication

Public Speaking

Vocal Skills for Communication

Persuasion; Problems in Media Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 1451 other Bachelors in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

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Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

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98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application

High school transcript, translated into English

Evaluation of International credentials

SAT or ACT scores

Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS (TOEFL IBT 80, 550 PBT, 213 CBT, IELTS 6.5). These scores can be submitted in place of SAT or ACT

External examination results or leaving certificate appropriate to your country, such as "A-levels," CXC's, Baccalaureate or Abitur

Application for I-20

Evaluation of international college transcript performed by one of the evaluation services recognized by NACES. Applicable only to international transfer students.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46480 USD / year

≈ 46480 USD / year
Out-of-State

46480 USD / year

≈ 46480 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

46480 USD / year

≈ 46480 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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About

Overview

What You’ll Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New York City

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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