Overview

Program Overview

The B.S.C. Communication Studies Major from Ohio University, offered through Honors Tutorial College, builds upon the strengths of the School of Communication Studies (COMS) in three main areas:
Public advocacy (including political communication and argumentation).
Relational and organizational communication (including health and environmental communication as well as family, group, and intercultural interactions).
Rhetorical criticism (including verbal, audio-visual, digital, and physical environments).
The first two years of the program include core classes taken with other COMS majors, optional tutorials in other core classes, and customized tutorials developed by the student in consultation with the director of studies. The third and fourth years focus on development of research methods, advanced topics, the honors thesis, and preparation for a career or graduate education. Because intercultural communication is increasingly important in today’s world, students are encouraged to study abroad and learn a second language during their undergraduate years. Students will receive a degree of Bachelor of Science in Communication from the Honors Tutorial College.

Opportunities Upon Graduation

Following graduation, about half of COMS HTC graduates attend law school or enter other graduate programs, another 30% begin careers in political and other non-profit organizations (e.g., Teach for America), and 20% begin careers in business and media organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Studies Tutorial
Argumentative Analysis and Advocacy
Argument and Debate
Presentations
Instructional Training and Development in Communication
Communication Among Cultures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

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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General requirements

- Students applying to the program should have demonstrated high capability and interest in chemistry.
- Application form
- $70 international application processing fee
- Academic records from every institution you have attended, with a certified or attested translation if the original document is not in English.
- Evidence of sufficient funding to support your educational and living expenses for a 9-month period.
- Statement of activities
- Official proof of English proficiency, if available. TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo exams should be taken within the last 12 months.
GCSE or IGCSE Curricula
- For students participating in the GCSE or IGCSE curricula, we generally expect to see at least 6 passes, graded C or higher.
International Baccalaureate Curriculum
- For students studying an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, we generally expect an average of 5 out of 7 on your college-preparatory curriculum.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24114 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24114 USD per year during 48 months.
National

24114 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24114 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13746 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13746 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Athens

1079 - 1780 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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