Overview

Students will also learn to appreciate the vital role of media and communication in sustaining democratic institutions, civic engagement, and inclusive citizenry. Furthermore, COM students will gain real-world acumen through their co-op experiences to understand and prepare for professional challenges in their communication field.

Students may complete the BA in Communication at Drexel University with a concentration in public relations or journalism. Those who want to keep their options open may concentrate in general communication.

Career Paths

Students in the public relations concentration take courses and pursue careers in public relations, social media analytics and management, corporate communication, and nonprofit communication. Journalism students take courses and pursue careers as reporters, copywriters, editors, and media specialists. Students in the communication concentration have the flexibility of crafting their path through the major and thus have career possibilities in any of the areas listed here. Many communication graduates also go on to law school, business school, or graduate school.

Programme Structure

Courses included

Human Communication
Mass Media and Society
Theory and Models of Communication
Seminar in Communication
Language and Society
Qualitative Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Corporate Communication 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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General requirements

Undergraduate Admissions Application
Application Fee, $50
Essay
Transcripts
Letters of Recommendation
Standardized Test Scores (Optional for Most Applicants)
Financial Aid Information
Proof of Financial Responsibility (International Applicants Only)
Portfolio
Writing Supplement (All Westphal College of Media Arts & Design Majors)
Audition (Dance Applicants Only)
College of Medicine Supplemental Application (BA/BS+MD Applicants Only)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

61842 USD / year

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Out-of-State

61842 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

61842 USD / year

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Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 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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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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