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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

California State University, Long Beach

USA,California

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 18,972/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1949

Total Students: 39,967 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840, United States

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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

Program Overview

The mission of the Department of Communication Studies at CSULB is to empower students to become culturally competent, ethical, and intellectually responsive communicators in their public, personal and professional life.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

Objectives: Students completing a BA degree in Communication Studies should be able to:

Describe the differences between the goals, theories, and methods of rhetorical and social scientific inquiry
Deliver effective messages based on the analysis of topic, audience, and context
Demonstrate research skills including the ability to formulate research questions, express original arguments using theory, and interpret various types of evidence
Engage in critical thinking with regard to message analysis
Explain the role of communication in the formation of individual and cultural identities and how those identities influence communication

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,972 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in California State University, Long Beach

CAD 26,332 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 43.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

No scholarship for International students.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.

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