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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

University of South Dakota - Vermillion Campus

USA,South Dakota

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 12,942/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 20

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, South Dakota

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1862

Total Students: 9,464 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, United States

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Scholarships
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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

Program Overview

As a communication studies major at USD, you will develop your speaking, listening, critical thinking, problem solving, research and technology-guided communication skills that will benefit every part of your life – personal relationships, professional opportunities and public leadership. This program encourages you to follow your curiosity and find answers to questions like, "How does social media shape our communication?" and, "How can I improve my relational skills and become a more effective communicator?"

At USD you'll take dynamic classes, get involved in internships or undergraduate research, and join a community of lifelong learners. Whether you want to pursue a career in government, education, sales, marketing, human resources, politics or another field, our program can set you up for success.

Follow your curiosity, become a dynamic and persuasive leader, and develop skills employers are looking for as a communication studies major.

Communication Studies

Through the communication studies major, you'll explore how humans communicate and behave. With exciting and topical classes covering everything from persuasion to science communication, this program will help you learn about relationships, organizations and societies as you gain a variety of marketable skills. You can tailor the program toward a humanistic perspective with the B.A. or take a social-scientific, research-based approach through the B.S.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

14 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 20

Tuition Fee

CAD 12,942 per year

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

Living Cost in University of South Dakota - Vermillion Campus

CAD 10,000 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 - 71
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 48.0
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: 64.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

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.