Overview

The world has never been more interconnected, and we have never had access to as much information as we do today. According to Nielsen's most recent audience report, Americans spend over 11 hours each day listening to, watching, reading, or interacting with media. As new trends and platforms emerge, it is more important than ever for students to immerse themselves in the study of communication.

The Communication programme at Lycoming College takes a holistic approach by examining the latest developments in the business, nonprofit, news, government, sports, and entertainment industries. Students prepare to think analytically and creatively while gaining the leadership skills necessary to succeed in today’s multifaceted and ever-evolving society.

Student Opportunities

Engage in a personalized curriculum that speaks to your interests and includes a balance of inquiry and hands-on experiences.

Utilize technology to become a changemaker in the field.

Gain teaching experience as a tutor for other communication students.

Set a goal for induction into Lycoming’s chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, the National Communication Association’s official honor society.

Complete a national communication internship, or a local internships through the CEAE's WISE program.

Build your resume through various campus jobs, providing written communication for the College.

Careers and opportunities

Students have secured internships, and alumni of the program have gone on to pursue graduate degrees and secure employment as advertising and public relations specialists, communications directors, social media content creators, special event coordinators, writers and editors, sales and product developers, brand managers, broadcasting professionals, business analysts, project managers, and on-air talent.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Media and Communication

Public Relations

Advertising

Public Speaking

Event Management

Entertainment Industry Promotion

Sports and the Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

More details

Your application will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Early Decision: Apply by Nov. 15

Early Action: Apply by Dec. 1

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Williamsport, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 1451 other Bachelors in Communication Studies 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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Other requirements

General requirements

All transcripts and certificates must be official and must be translated into English. If you've attended more than one school, request a separate transcript from each school.

Submit Your Standardized Test Scores (Optional)

Submit Your English Proficiency Exam Scores: Lycoming requires submission of one of the following assessments: TOEFL IBT (minimum score 70); TOEFL PBT (minimum score 525); IELTS (minimum overall band score 6.0); Pearson English Test -PTE Academic (minimum score 50) or Duolingo English Test - DET (minimum score 100), unless you live in an English-speaking country.

Submit Financial Support Documents: International students planning to attend with an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to submit proof of financial support. Students must complete and return the Financial Disclosure Form and an official bank statement (translated into English, if necessary) verifying adequate available funds prior to being considered for admission.

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

50944 USD / year

≈ 50944 USD / year
Out-of-State

50944 USD / year

≈ 50944 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

50944 USD / year

≈ 50944 USD / year

Living costs

Williamsport

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.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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