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Bachelor of Arts in Communication

EDUCO - University of West Florida

USA,Florida

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 19,260/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 30 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1963

Total Students: 13,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

11000 University Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32514, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Communication

Program Overview

Effective communication is vital to the success of any organization. The Department of Communication empowers students to creatively manage professional communication challenges. Graduates learn to speak effectively, write clearly, communicate persuasively, solve problems, lead, and practice professional ethics. The program for majors in the Department of Communication consists of 39 credit hours.

Department students have been recognized in a resolution by the State of Florida House of Representatives, won the State Advertising Championship seven times, won more than 100 ADDY Awards for Creative Excellence, won a National Forensic Association Championship, received numerous accolades from the Southeast Journalism Conference, and been recognized with the Florida Public Relations Association's Golden Image Award multiple times. The Department of Communication provides students opportunities to extend their classroom education with hands-on skill-building through internships and involvement with The Voyager, UWF Forensics, and a multitude of community engagement opportunities.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 30 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,260 per year

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

Living Cost in EDUCO - University of West Florida

CAD 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 - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 1,040.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

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

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Scholarships and Assistantships •Graduate Assistantships •Admissions Academic Merit Scholarship Scholarships	Scholarships and Assistantships •Graduate Assistantships LINK: https://uwf.edu/graduate/tuition-funding/assistantships/ •Admissions Academic Merit Scholarship-Scholarships International students are eligible for scholarships that DO NOT REQUIRE FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Criteria: Based on SAT/ACT/CLT scores and weighted GPA. Dec. 1, 2024 is the priority deadline for Summer/Fall 2025 applicants. Test score and GPA combinations: $16,000/$32,000: 1400+ SAT / 31+ ACT / 101+ CLT and 4.00+ GPA $12,000/$24,000: 1260–1390 SAT / 27–30 ACT / 89–100 CLT and 3.80–3.99 GPA $8,000/$8,000: 1160–1250 SAT / 24–26 ACT / 79–88 CLT and 3.70–3.79 GPA LINK: https://uwf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/cost-and-financial-aid/awards-and-scholarships/freshman-scholarships/	Admissions Academic Merit Scholarship Amount: Florida/Alabama Residents: $16,000 total ($4,000/year) for top scorers $12,000 total ($3,000/year) $8,000 total ($2,000/year) Out-of-State Students: $32,000 total ($8,000/year) $24,000 total ($6,000/year) $8,000 total ($2,000/year)

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.