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Bachelor of Science in Communication

Central Michigan University

USA,Michigan

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 21,000/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 55

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Michigan

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1892

Total Students: 15,465 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48859, United States

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Scholarships
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Bachelor of Science in Communication

Program Overview

As a communications major, you'll learn about the importance of communication in any partnership. This field will help you improve your skills in public speaking, talking with others, writing research papers and communicating within organizations. These abilities will set you up for jobs in business, government, schools and wherever good communication matters most.

Why our communications major?
As a communications major at CMU, you'll learn how important communication is in social interactions. You'll study communication research and theory and develop skills in:

Public speaking: Learn to express yourself confidently in front of others. Our Presentation Skills Center (PSC) offers technology and expertise to help students develop essential presentation skills
Small group communication: Understand how to work effectively in teams.
Interpersonal and family communication: Explore how relationships are built and maintained.
Debate: Improve your argumentation and critical thinking skills and consider being a part of our debate program.
Research writing: Master the art of crafting compelling written work.
Organizational communication: Learn how communication functions within businesses and groups.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

10 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open
aug 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Not Available

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 55

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,000 per year

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

Living Cost in Central Michigan University

CAD 13,000 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 - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 520.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

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.