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Associate of Communication Studies for Transfer 2.0
San Mateo County Community College District - Skyline College
- San Bruno, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Associate of Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer 2.0 is a 60-unit transfer associate degree taught on campus in English at Skyline College in San Bruno, California.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Communication Studies for Transfer 2.0. Apply knowledge in areas including transfer degree of 60 units built around a major core of 18 units
- with the California
- interpersonal Communication
- argumentation and Debate. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Advertising
- campaign management
- corporate communication
- customer service
- education and training
- human resources
- journalism
- management
- marketing
- public relations
- sales
- technical writing
Curriculum
- Transfer degree of 60 units built around a major core of 18 units
- with the California general education pattern (Cal-GETC) for CSU transfer. Courses include Introduction to Public Speaking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Argumentation and Debate
- Small Group Communication
- Intercultural Communication
- Oral Interpretation I.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 16 or older; applicants under 18 show high school graduation or equivalent; official high school or university transcript; valid passport; English proof (TOEFL iBT 56
- IELTS 5.5 or Duolingo 85); financial document showing at least 32
- 500 USD (plus 5
- 000 USD for a first dependant and 2
- 500 USD for each additional).
Accepted academic background
High school graduation or equivalent (required if under 18); official transcript from high school or university; age 16+; transfer students bring I-20 and F-1 visa copy
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 56
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 85
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Financial Evidence
- Visa Copy
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,584 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Skyline College (San Bruno) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts, Languages & Communication |
| Department | Communication Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | College scholarship opportunities exist for eligible enrolled students; award rules determine international eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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August 2027
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1 Jul 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $10,584 USD per year. The application fee is $0 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,285 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 56, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 85, IELTS Academic 5.5.