Overview

Graduates of the Communication (Online) degree from University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will enter the world of work with immediately applicable digital know-how for many, if not most, of today’s professional work environments.

Students can choose between two tracks:

Professional Communication in the Digital, Virtual World

The Professional Communication track is a synthesis of three previous stand-alone tracks in organization, strategic, and leadership communication.

Applied Digital Media Studies

The Applied Media Studies track focuses on global and digital media with an emphasis on examining emerging trends.

All required classes are offered both Fall and Spring semesters. A range of elective classes are also available online each semester. Most classes are offered in an 8-week format (or shorter) to allow you to complete your degree sooner. All courses are taught by the same high-quality professors and instructors who teach the corresponding in-seat classes and all online instructors have completed specialized training to ensure you receive a rigorous and quality education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Applied Digital Media Track focuses on the understanding of media, culture, and society as well as their interrelationships. In the required courses, students explore theories and research dealing with the social and psychological effects of media and learn how to conduct research. In the foundation courses, students take courses in media theory; media skills; and applied areas of media studies, such as advertising and health communication,
The Professional Communication track includes leadership, organizational communication, and strategic communication. Students learn about leadership theories and models, including how leadership functions in today’s collaborative digital environment. The organizational component provides students an in-depth understanding of communication in teams, organizational culture and identity, and training and consulting in a diverse global and digital workplace.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00

More details

UCCS accepts applications throughout the year through a rolling admissions process.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Strategic Management Media Studies & Mass Media Digital Media View 84 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Other requirements

General requirements

First-Time Freshman Application
Submit Application Fee
Submit Your High School/Ged Transcripts
Submit Your Sat/Act Scores
English Proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

14348 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7174 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

14348 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7174 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

12744 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6372 USD per semester during 48 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Communication (Online).

Available Scholarships

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