Overview

Let's be honest, communication is fascinating. The way we interact with others and decide how we react, articulate and create conversation is something to learn more about. That's what the study of rhetoric is for!

With this Communication - Rhetoric program at the Northwest Missouri State University, students will dive deep into courses such as intercultural communication, rhetoric of American issues and argumentation and debate.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intercultural Communication

Communication Research Methods

Argumentation and Debate

Rhetoric of American Issues

Public Relations Techniques

Public Relations Problems: Cases, Concepts, and Campaigns

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: There is no deadline for admission applications as the university has a rolling admissions process.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Maryville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Freshman admission for international students is evaluated on an individual basis. Admission is offered to students who possess academic qualifications equivalent to those required for domestic first-time freshmen.

For comparison purposes, admission requirements for domestic first-time freshmen must include the following:

A minimum high school grade point average of 2.00 or "C" average and;

A college-preparatory curriculum in secondary school, including courses in mathematics, science, language and social studies.

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

22522 USD / year

≈ 22522 USD / year
Out-of-State

22522 USD / year

≈ 22522 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13795 USD / year

≈ 13795 USD / year

Living costs

Maryville

United States

800 - 1300 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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Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Maryville

Funding

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