Communication Program Online

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This bachelor's program (BS or BA) requires 120 total credit hours.

You will complete a set of core communication courses and courses an area of concentration. Your choice of the BS or BA degree will also determine some of your course selections.

Talk with our enrollment team to determine how your credits will transfer. The sample curriculum can serve as a guide for planning your course of study.

Interested in earning a master's in communication? You may be able to accelerate your path to a master's degree with ODU by taking courses that count towards both degrees.

Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Great communication skills are essential for any modern career. Our graduates may find careers in virtually every field, including:

• Public Relations and Corporate Communication
• Training and Development
• Media Production and Publishing
• Broadcast Journalism
• Human Relations/Resources
• Sales, Advertising and Marketing

Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

These tuition rates are effective Summer 2022 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.