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Bachelor of Communication

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A communication degree that uses the Washington, D.C. Location for internships and media experience.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Communication. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Communication Specialist
Communication Research Assistant
Related Entry-Level Professional

Curriculum

Communication degree with courses such as broadcast writing and delivery
Public speaking and journalism. Students can publish in the student-run online paper and magazine
Present at the Student Research Conference
Take part in faculty-mentored DISCOVER research
And complete internships in the Washington
D.C. Media and public affairs scene.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma or equivalent with transcripts; English proof (IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 61
PTE Academic 45 or Duolingo 95) unless exempt; passport copy; ACT/SAT optional (used for scholarships and placement). Source: https://semo.edu/international/admissions/freshman and /policies
No minimum published for international first-year applicants

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or equivalent for first-year applicants (credentials by country listed at https://semo.edu/international/admissions/academic-requirements); transfer applicants with post-secondary study apply as transfer

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 61
PTE Academic 45
Duolingo 95
IELTS Academic 5.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Secondary Qualification Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)

How to apply

Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$19,410 USD
Application fee	$60 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus, Cape Girardeau
Faculty or school	College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	English & Communication
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International merit scholarship awards may be available based on academic performance and admission category.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.