Overview

The Advertising Communication programme from Gannon University will lead you to master the principles of advertising and marketing to make your own mark in organizations large or small, for-profit or nonprofit, local or international.

Key facts

Polish your craft in the heart of Erie’s vibrant and growing online marketing community.

Increase your professional marketability through service-learning projects, internships and hands-on coursework.

Learn from faculty who have had successful careers in the disciplines they teach.

Learn to Lead the Way in Advertising Communication

Master the integrated marketing communication model that combines the promotional mix of advertising, public relations, direct marketing, sales promotion and internet and social media.

Tailor your coursework for the type of marketing career you want to pursue.

Gain the promotional tools needed to ensure the knowledge and skills necessary for career success through class and project work.

Careers and opportunities

Through curriculum flexibility and high-quality educational opportunities, you can:

Build a portfolio of work that potential employers want to see beginning in your first year - a great advantage when you look for your first job.

Secure an in-demand career with client- and agency-side marketing, public relations and advertising organizations, with the government, or in the nonprofit sector.

Earn an average starting salary of $40,000 or mid-career salary of $79,400, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

TV Production

Emerging Media

Digital Graphics

Advertising Research

Contemporary Issues in Media and Theatre

Integrated Marketing Campaigns

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-11-19 00:00:00

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More details

Applications for undergraduate programs are processed on an ongoing basis throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Erie, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Advertising 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an online application to Gannon University.

Transcripts

Letter(s) of recommendation

Additional Documents

Bank Statement and Affidavit of Support Form

Evidence of English Proficiency

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

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year
Out-of-State

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year

Additional Details

Fees $1,386

Fees include University Fee $1,100, APB $114, SGA $66, Engagement $106

Living costs

Erie

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

Gannon University has a wide variety of merit based, need-based and athletic financial awards.

The generous merit-based scholarship program recognizes a students outstanding performance in the classroom.

Students accepted to Gannon will receive notification of academic and merit awards they qualify for with their acceptance letter from the Gannon University Admissions Office.

Student athletes should contact Gannon's Athletic Office for information on scholarships in their chosen sport.

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Overview

Key facts

Learn to Lead the Way in Advertising Communication

Careers and opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Erie

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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