Overview

Key facts

Students learn how to apply current theories to enhance communication across a variety of contexts. Coursework covers communication and society, elements of persuasion, and intercultural communication through two concentrations: Organizational Communication and Public Relations.

Designed for busy and working adults

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree at Mercer University while managing other priorities is possible. Many of our students work, take care of families, and study, so we design our classes to meet the needs of busy adults. There are two eight-week terms during the fall and spring semesters, and one eight-week and one four-week term available during the summer semester.

Choose a career in a growing communication field

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth in media and communication is expected because of the need to prepare information through and for various platforms. Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Arts in Communication at Mercer can work in roles such as:

Content Creator
Copy Editor
Corporate Communications Specialist
Intercultural Communication Consultant
Marketing Manager
Media Account Representative
Nonprofit Organization Director
Project Manager
Public Opinion Researcher
Public Relations Specialist
Social Media Manager
Speechwriter

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Popular Cultural Forms and Society

Communication and Society

Mass Media and Society Relational Communication

Gender Relations

Interpersonal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Intercultural Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Corporate Communication Media Studies & Mass Media Public Relations View 523 other Bachelors in Public Relations in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.25

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application for admission
$25 non-refundable application fee ($50 for international applicants)
High school or GED transcript* (if applicable)

Official college transcripts* of all college-level work from all previously attended institutions

International students will take additional steps:

Evaluation of Foreign Credentials

Official Translations

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Financial Guarantee
Passport and Visa Requirements

Tuition Fee

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International

39708 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39708 USD per year during 48 months.
National

39708 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39708 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Doraville

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Communication.

Available Scholarships

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