Bachelor of Arts in Communication Online
Develop the professional communication and critical thinking skills to contribute to the success of a variety of organizations. This online bachelor’s program offers two career-advancing specializations.

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Program Overview
Gain professional expertise with our online bachelor in communication program
Elevate your skill as a writer, editor, and public speaker with the online Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the College of Mount Saint Vincent. Curriculum for this dynamic program deepens your ability to think creatively and critically, and our dedicated faculty are invested in helping you build the confidence and professional skillset to pursue exciting new career opportunities.
This online bachelor in communications lets you tailor your studies to your personal interests by choosing from two career-advancing specializations: Advertising and Social Media or Public Relations and Event Planning. Take advantage of our generous transfer credit policy and multiple start dates per year to achieve your academic and professional goals in less time.
As a graduate of this online bachelor’s, you will be prepared to:
- Think analytically about contemporary and historical issues in media studies and human communication
- Research, organize, and write articles and papers in a variety of styles
- Demonstrate visual literacy through the ability to understand symbolism, aesthetics, and composition
- Research, organize, and deliver an effective oral presentation
- Perform effectively in a position in the communication industry
- Think analytically about contemporary and historical issues in media studies and human communication
- Research, organize, and write articles and papers in a variety of styles
- Demonstrate visual literacy through the ability to understand symbolism, aesthetics, and composition
- Research, organize, and deliver an effective oral presentation
- Perform effectively in a position in the communication industry
Career opportunities:
- Social Media Specialist
- Public Relations Manager
- Brand Strategist
- Editor
- Event Planner
- Sales Representative
- Fundraising Consultant
- Social Media Specialist
- Public Relations Manager
- Brand Strategist
- Editor
- Event Planner
- Sales Representative
- Fundraising Consultant
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The Mount has multiple undergraduate degree programs online. Explore our online bachelor’s degrees.
Tuition
Our affordable tuition won’t compromise your budget
At the College of Mount Saint Vincent, we are committed to providing a high-quality education for less than you would expect. Tuition for the Bachelor of Arts in Communication is affordable and can easily fit into your budget.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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B.A. in Communication | $321 | $963 | $38,520 |
Tuition Breakdown:
Calendar
Take note of these important deadlines
The Bachelor of Arts in Communication is designed with working adults in mind. We offer multiple start dates and faster course completion time to help you earn your degree when it’s convenient for you.
Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
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Summer 1 | 5/22/23 | 5/8/23 | 5/12/23 | 5/17/23 | 5/19/23 | 7/7/23 | 7 weeks |
Summer 2 | 7/10/23 | 6/26/23 | 6/30/23 | 7/5/23 | 7/7/23 | 8/25/23 | 7 weeks |
Fall 1 | 9/4/23 | 8/21/23 | 8/25/23 | 8/30/23 | 9/1/23 | 10/20/23 | 7 weeks |
Fall 2 | 10/30/23 | 10/16/23 | 10/20/23 | 10/25/23 | 10/27/23 | 12/15/23 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Easily complete your application to our B.A. in Communication online program
The streamlined admission process at the College of Mount Saint Vincent makes it easier to apply and helps you start your academic journey faster. Please read the full admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Communication.
- No ACT/SAT scores required
- Transfer up to 90 credit hours
- GPA of 2.0 or higher
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Communication online program:
- Submit online application
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- First time freshman must be out of high school for 2 years
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to our Office of Admissions:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Admission
College of Mount Saint Vincent
6301 Riverdale Avenue
Riverdale, NY 10471
Courses
Explore the coursework in our B.A. in Communication online program
For the College of Mount Saint Vincent’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication online, the curriculum comprises 40 courses for a total of 120 credit hours, including seven Communication core courses.
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