Overview

In the Communication Studies - Media Studies program at Oglethorpe University the curriculum includes courses in topics such as public speaking, journalism, business communication, persuasive writing, and broadcast and electronic media.

The program in Communication Studies prepares students to become critically reflective citizens and practitioners in professions, including journalism, public relations, law, politics, broadcasting, advertising, public service, corporate communications and publishing. Students learn to perform effectively as ethical communicators – as speakers, writers, readers and researchers who know how to examine and engage audiences, from local to global situations.

Majors acquire theories, research methods and practices for producing as well as judging communication of all kinds – written, spoken, visual and multi-media. The program encourages students to understand messages, audiences and media as shaped by social, historical, political, economic and cultural conditions.

Career opportunities

Oglethorpe’s program in Communication Studies is multi-faceted and multi-disciplinary, preparing talented and curious students like you for a wide range of possible careers.

Pursue a career in corporate or not-for-profit communications, advertising and marketing, journalism, public relations, editing and publishing, or even politics or law (both fields which rely heavily on being a great speaker and talented communicator).

Build on your mind-expanding experiences at Oglethorpe and enroll in a graduate program in communication, journalism, or law. Some of our recent students are now furthering their education at Columbia Journalism School, DePaul University, Georgia State University, Goldsmiths University of London, University of South Carolina, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Communication and Rhetoric

Public Speaking

Media Studies

Newswriting

Writing for Business and the Professions

Media, Culture and Society

Globalization and the Media

Race and Representation in the Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Apply anytime and you will receive your admission decision on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media Digital Media View 456 other Bachelors in Digital Media 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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105

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application for Admission

Official Transcripts

Proof of Language Proficiency

F-1 Visa Requirements

Passport

Declaration of Finances

Recommendation Letter

Application Fee

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

49000 USD / year

≈ 49000 USD / year
Out-of-State

49000 USD / year

≈ 49000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

49000 USD / year

≈ 49000 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 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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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Atlanta

Funding

Scholarships Information

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