Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) equips students with essential communication skills that are highly valued in various professional fields. This program, offered both on-campus and online, requires a total of 120 credit hours for graduation. Students engage in a curriculum that includes courses such as conflict management, public speaking, and intercultural communication, preparing them for careers in business, sales, and human services, or for further studies in law and graduate programs. The online format allows for flexibility, with accelerated 8-week terms and multiple start dates throughout the year. Graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the job market, where effective communication is increasingly recognized as a key to success.