Overview

The Communication Studies program from College of the Canyons focuses on the way[s] language and other symbolic systems are used interpersonally, within small group settings and in mass mediated formats.

Key facts:

Courses will allow students to achieve three separate aims depending upon their academic goals. First, students will be well prepared to transfer to a four-year institution with a broad range of communication coursework completed. Second, students will be prepared for entry into a variety of careers—all of which require effective communication skills for working with diverse sets of people in an increasingly complex technological workplace.

Careers including business, public relations, human resources, law [after law school], advertising arts, teaching, social & human services and entertainment industries are all suited for graduates of a Communication Studies degree. Finally, students who are interested in the field of Communication Studies but do not wish to complete a Baccalaureate degree in the discipline may pursue a terminal two-year course of study. Such study will prepare them to understand diverse communication messages and practice excellent communication skills in a variety of settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Small Group Communication

Process of Communication

Oral Interpretation

Forensics

Strategies of Argumentation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Santa Clarita, United States

Disciplines

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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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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the ISP Application Form.
Provide a bank statement dated between 180 days and 60 days from the start of your classes. This bank statement must show, at least, the amount listed on the tuition and fees page for the academic year.
If you are being sponsored by someone outside the U.S. or are sponsoring yourself, submit the Affidavit of Financial Support Form.
Have a licensed physician or medical professional fill out a Freedom From Tuberculosis Form.
Submit proof of completion of secondary education/high school. This may include a graduation certificate, diploma, or transcript.
If you have attended a college or university in the United States, submit transcripts from each college or university. If you wish to apply for college credit from a previous post-secondary institution, you must provide ISP with two official transcripts.
Submit proof 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

11002 USD / year

≈ 11002 USD / year
Out-of-State

10962 USD / year

≈ 10962 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

1170 USD / year

≈ 1170 USD / year

Living costs

Santa Clarita

United States

1290 - 2230 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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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

Living costs

Santa Clarita

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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