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Online B.S. in Communication
A Top School in Communication and Media Studies¹

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Affordable Tuition*

Ohio Resident$319/credit hour
Out-of-State Resident$324/credit hour

Important Dates

Next Start Date1/13/25
Application Deadline11/15/24
A Top
Transfer-Friendly University
13 Years
As One of the Nation's Top Military-Friendly Schools

What to Expect

  • 120 credit hours, which can be completed in as little as four semesters with appropriate transfer credit
  • Classes starting three times per year: Fall, Spring, and Summer
  • Courses designed with the best practices for online learning, emphasizing the excellence, real-world problem solving, and interpersonal connection that are hallmarks of the prestigious Scripps College
  • A high-quality program from a top national university *

Courses You'll Take

  • Public speaking
  • Visual communication
  • Precision language for journalists
  • Web design
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Publication design
  • and more!

Affordability 

  • #1 Most Affordable College for Online Bachelor's Degrees **
  • Affordable tuition with financial aid options available
  • OHIO is a proud military supporter and yellow ribbon institution
  • Scholarships Available for Veterans & Military Members, employees of corporate partners and Graduates of OHIO's Associate in Applied Science in Nursing. Learn more!

94%

of OHIO student survey participants across all online programs would recommend OHIO Online.æ

OHIO Online

Master today’s trends, tomorrow’s technology, and timeless communication skills in the Scripps College of Communication, recognized as a Center of Excellence by the Ohio Board of Regents!

The 100% online Bachelor of Science in Communication degree is available to students from all backgrounds who are seeking positions that emphasize internal or external communication in public, non-profit, or private organizations. Designed to provide a virtual classroom experience that enhances learning and fosters connection and networking among students, this degree's coursework is scheduled at a pace that is convenient for working adults.

No college credit is necessary for admission, but students may transfer up to 120 qualifying credits into this bachelor’s degree program. Earn your degree with the state’s leader in online learning.

Career Opportunities

For more than 50 years, the Scripps College of Communication has prepared students for careers across fields and industries. The online bachelor’s degree in communication equips students with competencies in visual, written, and oral communication, emphasizing both practical application and theory-based communication strategy. Students are prepared for careers in communication-intensive positions in a wide variety of public, non-profit, and private organizations.

For more information, contact OHIO Online.

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1 According to Collegefactual.com

* According to U.S. News and World Report

** Among Ohio Universities, according to Learn.org

æ Based on spring 2024 survey results of 6,422 Ohio University students enrolled in OHIO Online/eCampus.