Bachelor of Science in Communication
About
Communication is a top skill requested by employers in almost every career field. [Soft Skills: The Competitive Edge | U.S. Department of Labor] Communication majors at Spalding can choose from two tracks: Communication Studies and Media Studies. Optimize your opportunities in seeking a specific marketplace niche. You will collaborate with your faculty advisor to craft your course selection in line with your professional goals. Beyond this, you will have opportunities for hands-on learning, working with top employers in the area for internships. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to jump start your career or begin graduate school.
Concentrations
- Communication studies — Communication Studies course of study which allows students to design a program in tandem with the student’s professional goals. Students take the required major classes and then choose specialized communication courses.
- Media studies — Media Studies includes the study of film and media criticism, both in theory and in history. A range of other media subjects will also be addressed, including comic books, video games, social media and political campaigns and others.
Features
- Apply your classroom knowledge to real life
- Build practical experience
- Benefit from networking opportunities and relationships in the workforce
- Take advantage of convenient class formats that fit your schedule: online or in-class
- Individualized attention from our faculty
Facts
Employment of public relations specialists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032. The need for organizations to maintain their public image will continue to drive growth in this field.
Early admission to Spalding’s Master in Business Administration (MBA) program: you can begin the program as an undergraduate and earn up to nine graduate hours, giving you a head start on your master’s degree.
Financial Aid Options
Spalding University has a robust offering of financial aid including scholarships, grants, loans, and other types of aid. Check out our Financial Aid page for more information.
Mission-Focused Approach to Learning
At Spalding, we are a diverse community of learners out to change the world. Our graduates serve at every organizational level. We have health and service professionals on the ground changing lives, business leaders transforming teams, and social movers and shakers affecting change. Through our university mission, we’ve made a commitment to fixing what is broken. On the highest level, we work to create solutions and ignite conversations focused on peace, justice and compassion. On a small scale, we put compassion into action through service to individuals and communities. We hope that you will join our movement to make a difference in the lives of others.
