Overview
Key facts
In today’s complex, digitally connected world, companies seek employees that not only have highly developed technical abilities, but also strategic knowledge and competence. Ashland University's Public Relations and Strategic Communication program provides you with both.
In this innovative program, you’ll learn and master the art and science of relating to the diverse public.
Public relations and strategic communication involve the ability to effectively relate to different audiences and properly formulate, design, and execute campaigns for clients. So whether you choose to be the face of an organization, government agency, or advocacy group, this program will prepare you for all aspects of relating to different publics.
You’ll also get firsthand experience in the creation and integration of campaigns based on the goals or mission of clients through your involvement in one of the many professional and student organizations on campus.
Program Benefits
In this program, you’ll:
- Receive individual attention from experienced professors in the theory and practice of public relations and consultants in strategic communication
- Get firsthand experience through research and PR campaign opportunities, and showcase your results at state, regional, and national conferences
- Build a portfolio consisting of your accomplishments, projects, and campaigns to make you more marketable to potential employers
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Human Communication
- Foundation of Health Communication
- Public Relations
- Strategic Communication
- Public Relations Campaign
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Corporate Communication Public Relations Digital Communication View 723 other Bachelors in Digital Communication in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Immigration documents: Submit photocopies of your passport pages (also include this and marriage license for any dependent that will be accompanying you).
- High School Diploma (or Equivalent) and Transcripts
- Attend Access IEP Program or submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
- Proof of financial support. Financial Support Documentation available on the right.
Tuition Fee
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International
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National
22000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22000 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Ashland
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.