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Communication, BS (Online)

CBU's online Bachelor of Science in Communication degree program is a broad-based course of study designed to deepen students’ understanding of the historical, cultural, social, global and political dimensions of communication.

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Program Intro

Strategize your professional future through the art of communication. Coursework in CBU's online BS in Communication will equip students with the tools to examine the role of communication in all areas of life while challenging them to integrate biblical thought within contemporary cultural concepts.

48 Units

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16 Months to Completion

*Based on a full-time course load and prior completion of general education and elective requirements

$541 +fees Cost Per Unit

*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.

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Explore helpful tools to plan your path in the online Strategic Communication program at CBU, including course details and transfer credit guidance.

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The Online Student Experience at CBU

What can I expect as an online student at CBU?

Your Schedule. Your Pace. Your Purpose.

Prefer the flexibility of online classes? With CBU, you can learn anytime, anywhere and on your own terms.

8 Week Sessions

Restart and complete your academic journey at your own pace with the full support of ±¾É«ÊÓÆµstaff and faculty.

100% Christian Faculty

Learn from professors, many of whom are experts in their field, who care for your edification as much as they care about your education.

Frequently Asked Questions

Completion will depend on transfer work and pace of attendance but most programs can be completed within 16 months. This is based on a full-time course load and prior completion of general education and elective requirements.
Yes! Most students studying online with ±¾É«ÊÓÆµare working professionals and/or parents. With the asynchronous format, our programs are designed to balance work, family, faith and life with your education.
We have rolling admissions throughout the year allowing you to start a program at any of the 6 start dates throughout the year. For a list of our upcoming start dates, please visit /admissions-aid/online/calendar.
An Admissions Counselor will call you the same business day you apply, or the following day if after hours. You can expect an admissions decision with a breakdown of transfer work within 1-3 days after your application and all official transcripts are received.

All online programs are designed to be transfer friendly. An admissions decision and degree review with a full breakdown of transfer work will be provided in 1-3 business days once a completed application and all official transcripts are received.

A maximum of 100 units can be transferred in, and more information on transferring to ±¾É«ÊÓÆµOnline can be found here: /admissions-aid/online/transfer

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Career possibilities with an online degree in Communication from CBU

Discover just a few of the professions ±¾É«ÊÓÆµgraduates have found themselves in thanks to their degree in Communication.

  • Social Media Director
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Broadcast News Analyst
  • Journalist
  • Communications Director

Valentina Val

My experience with the admissions process was honestly one of the most positive I’ve had. I felt guided every step of the way, and at no point did I feel overwhelmed or unsure about what came next. I’ve never felt that level of support at another school, and it gave me a lot of confidence in choosing CBU. For someone considering enrolling, I would say just start. Taking that first step can feel intimidating, but it’s also what opens the door to everything that follows.

Valentina Val, '26

Program Details

Learn How to Maintain Positive Relationships with the Public

Communication professionals build and maintain positive relationships with the public, an essential skill as today, an organization's reputation, profitability and its continued existence can depend on the degree to which its targeted public supports its goals and policies. Communication majors — also referred to as communications specialists, public relations specialists and media specialists, among other titles — serve as advocates for clients seeking to build and maintain positive relationships with the public. Clients can include businesses, nonprofit associations, universities, hospitals, churches and other organizations.

Learn Flexibly Online, On Your Schedule

  • Classes start every 8 weeks
  • Accelerated, asynchronous courses offered 100% online
  • Three semesters offered year round allows students the ability to graduate faster
  • Transfer friendly — consolidate your undergraduate college credits and finish your degree

Consistent with the university student outcomes, upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Communication degree, graduates will be able to:

  1. Explain, analyze, and evaluate communication traditions, contexts, and theories.
  2. Design and implement communication theories to effectively influence diverse audiences within communication programs.
  3. Analyze communication research methods and concepts for digital and traditional communication programming for audience engagement and brand development.
  4. Analyze and apply artificial intelligence and informational systems within communication contexts, evaluating how algorithms and digital platforms shape message creation and distribution.
  5. Integrate ethical and philosophical principles into communication practices, applying a Christian perspective to inform responsible decision-making within professional and digital communication environments.

When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

±¾É«ÊÓÆµaccepts applications for online enrollment throughout the year, and most online degree programs can start at 6 semester entry points per calendar year.

Online Semester Classes Begin
Summer 2026 - Session 2 July 6
Fall 2026 - Session 1 August 7
Fall 2026 - Session 2 November 2
Spring 2027 - Session 1 January 11
Spring 2027 - Session 2 March 8
Summer 2027 - Session 1 May 10
Summer 2027 - Session 2 July 5

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