Communication Studies – Accelerated Online Bachelor’s
The accelerated Communication Studies program at UW Oshkosh will help you build the communication skills you need to be successful in your career. At UW Oshkosh, you’ll take courses that help you develop skills in speaking, listening, writing, advocacy and intercultural communication.
Coursework is applicable in a wide range of occupations, including public relations, sales, marketing, human resources, corporate positions and more. Alumni from the Communication Studies program work in the private and public sector, including state, federal and local government agencies.
WHO SHOULD MAJOR IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES?
Communication Studies is a great fit for students who have multiple interests and diverse talents. The major is a great option for students who:
- Can empathize with others.
- Are good listeners.
- Are inquisitive and love to learn.
- Can see both sides of an argument.
- Like to teach and inform others.
- Want to impact their community.
Affordable and Flexible Format
Our accelerated courses are offered in seven-week sessions and are all available 100% online. We offer rolling admission, so students can start at the beginning of any seven-week session. There’s no need to wait for the start of an official semester—you can begin earning your degree when you’re ready.
Professors schedule assignment deadlines, but coursework and readings are done at a time that best fits your schedule. There are no live classes or scheduled meeting times, which means our programs work for working professionals.
Courses in our programs are stackable, which helps you complete your degree sooner! Students in the our programs can enroll in one or more courses each semester and the accelerated format means you’ll take fewer courses at the same time.
Student Support
At UW Oshkosh, student support is at the heart of all that we do. We offer career guidance, personal support and flexible learning opportunities. Our programs offer high-touch support services, so whether you need technical assistance with the learning platform or help with your assignments, we are here to help you succeed.
Cost
Our programs are affordable and optimize the return on investment for students who want to see how online courses fit into their schedules.
Each student’s financial investment will depend on how many credits they transfer and how many credits they earn for prior experience.
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Online and Accelerated
Most courses are delivered in an accelerated, seven-week session, which offers additional flexibility for students working full time whether you work outside or inside the home.
Financial Aid
The majority of students at UW Oshkosh receive financial aid. In 2020-21, we offered $160 million to eligible students in the form of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs. Visit the Financial Aid Office website to learn more about the types of financial aid you may be eligible for at uwosh.edu/financialaid.
The Wisconsin Tuition Promise is an initiative to ensure underserved Wisconsin students can attend any UW System university without paying tuition or fees. The Wisconsin Tuition Promise provides up to four years of tuition and fee funding for students coming from families earning less than $62,000 annually. Students who take advantage of this program must be Wisconsin residents, first-time enrollees or transfers and attending full time.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Our programs are designed for working professionals. Students are required to meet the admission requirements set by the UW Oshkosh Office of Undergraduate Admissions. We review each application using a comprehensive review process.
MORE INFORMATION
You can get a no-pressure credit and cost evaluation with one of our dedicated admissions counselors. Even if you don’t have previous credits to transfer, we can help you understand which degree programs meet your career and life goals. Use the form below to connect with an admissions counselor.