Full-time tuition
Online mode of study: $8,940 per year for both in-state and out-of-state residents (based on 30 credit hours). Blended mode of study: tuition varies. See details and other costs
Financial aid
Average award,
in-state: $7,300;
out-of-state: $14,500.
May include scholarships, grants, & work-study. Explore aid
Program duration
Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options
Admissions
No fee to apply. SAT & ACT scores optional. Early action & year-round admissions. View application process & deadlines
Program Highlights
Career opportunities
Our alumni work in both the public and private sectors. Students have acquired positions at Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, MEMIC, Gulf of Maine Research Center, Unum, IDEXX, New York Yankees, Martin’s Health Point Care, Portland Sea Dogs, and the Council on International Educational Exchange.
Program requirements
Our program embraces a liberal arts philosophy and emphasizes critical thinking. You’ll examine communication theories and their practices, including intrapersonal, interpersonal, group, organization, intercultural, gender and family, and mass media.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.
Dedicated faculty
Our faculty have extensive research and scholarship experience. They regularly present their research at conferences that include the National Communication Association, the Media Ecology Association, Eastern Communication Association, and Organization for the Study of Communication, Language and Gender.
Online student support
Maintain a flexible schedule while earning your degree. Our online students receive the same superior support as those who study on campus, including one-on-one career advising, video meetings with tutors and writing assistants, and technology assistance.