Overview

The combined Health Communications and Communication degree curriculum is a versatile program that meets the needs of those in the field of communication, stressing skills such as the analysis of written and visual communication, designing clear and informative messages, building persuasive appeals, and critically analyzing the persuasive appeals of others.

Why Pursue Combined Degrees at Grand Valley State University?

Combined bachelor's/master's programs allow high-achieving students to complete both a B.A./B.S. and M.S. in as little as five calendar years, saving time and tuition.
Accelerate your career trajectory and complete your degrees one step ahead of the competition.
Faculty members specialize in teaching communication concepts and skills that are relevant and in-demand.
Students will gain leadership skills, knowledge of theory, research, and professional practice; the ability to access information to solve communication problems; and the ability to effectively implement information into the decision-making process.
The program at Grand Valley State University has many ties with business, community, and cultural organizations, and has contacts with experts in a variety of areas in the field of communication.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Technology in Public Relations and Advertising
Concepts of Communication
Strategies in Writing
Fundamentals of Public Relations
Communication Theory
Public Relations Management and Cases

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

144 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Allendale, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Health Administration View 593 other Bachelors in Health Administration in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grade point average of 3.3 (B+) or greater;
A minimum of 75 hours undergraduate academic credit completed or in progress; and
Completion of or registration for COM 495 Capstone.

Applicants are required to submit:

Online application
Current resume
A 500-word essay
GVSU transcript
Two letters of recommendation

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

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Out-of-State

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16122 USD / year

≈ 16122 USD / year

Living costs

Allendale

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Available Scholarships

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