Bachelor of Science
Communication

Strong Career Potential

• Positions graduates for broad career opportunities in many areas of communication, with an emphasis on writing and presenting, creative thinking and technology.

Immersive Experiences

• Embry-Riddle has an active student radio station, campus-wide TV station, award-winning student newspaper and active public relations department where students can acquire hands-on experience on the Daytona Beach Campus.

Setting the Standard 

• Embry-Riddle’s online bachelor’s programs have been highly ranked by "U.S. News & World Report" for over a decade.

A Tailored Experience

• Focuses on the unique needs of technical- and science-minded students who want to gain valuable knowledge not offered in a general communication degree program.

Fast Track to Success

• Offers a combined program for well-qualified students to begin graduate work toward their Master of Business Administration (MBA) while finishing their undergraduate degree, available at the Daytona Beach Campus.

Notable Careers

• Public Relations
• Science Journalism
• Technical Writer
• Social Media Manager
• Communications Director
• Marketing Project Manager

Growing Demand

• Career opportunities in field are projected to grow 14% by 2030.
• Average salary in this industry: $61,310

Notable Employers of Alumni

• The Boeing Company
• Lockheed Martin
• Delta Air Lines
• NASA

Transfer Credit

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Estimated Costs

• Varies by campus, program and more.
• Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.

Campuses Offering Degree

• Daytona Beach, FL
• Worldwide

Specializations

• Broadcast Meteorology (Daytona Beach Campus)

Daytona Beach:

• Weather Broadcasting Lab – Learn video editing techniques, communication of complex information for different audiences, the effectiveness of different on-camera interview techniques and more.

You can find more state-of-the-art labs and facilities at both residential campuses, and our leading virtual labs bring hands-on opportunities to you anywhere in the world.

Consider the following degrees:

• B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies (DB, WW) – Combine multiple minors
• B.S. in Business Administration (DB, PC) – Explore a marketing concentration
• B.S. in Aviation Business Administration (DB, PC, WW) – Emphasis on business marketing
• B.S. in Leadership (WW) – Lead teams and organizations effectively

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