Overview

Communication is the process of conveying information. In today's world, there are a variety of mediums to do just that, including radio, television, publications, the internet and social media.

The School of Communication houses a comprehensive Strategic and Organizational Communication program from The University of Akron that leads to varied careers in the communication field. The flexible programs offer the diversity to gain advanced communication skills and meet the needs of the 21st century workplace.

The School of Communication offers an array of hands-on learning experiences:

media production labs

desktop publishing facilities

social media lab

television production studio

post-production suites and multimedia classrooms

WZIP-FM, student-run radio station serving Northeast Ohio

Z-TV student-run television station

Careers

A degree in communication offers a wide range of career opportunities, such as:

television programming and operations

television or radio broadcasting

news reporting and editing

public or media relations

special events planning

corporate or industrial communications

human resources

training and development

business

Programme Structure

Courses include:

English Composition

Multiplatform Production

Intercultural Communication

Natural Science with lab

Interpersonal Communication

Theories of Rhetoric

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-20 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-05-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Communication Studies Corporate Communication Strategic Management View 262 other Bachelors in Corporate Communication in United States

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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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

$50 Application Fee

Official Secondary School Transcripts

Official Proof of English Proficiency

Official SAT/ACT (Optional, required only for scholarships and direct admission)

Tuition Fee

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International

15500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15500 USD per year during 48 months.
National

15500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15500 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

12426 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12426 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Akron

890 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Strategic and Organizational Communication.

Available Scholarships

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