B.S. in Communication

Turn Ideas into Impact

B.S. in Communication

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Campus Availability: Worldwide / Online

Degree Level: Undergraduate

Career Outcomes: Public Relations, Social Media Manager, Technical Writer, Public Information Officer

Credit Hours: 120

Learning Modality: Online

This program is also offered in person at the Daytona Beach Campus.

Communicate Clearly in Critical Moments

Communication transcends dialogue — it’s a powerful force with real impact every day. Embry‑Riddle Worldwide’s Bachelor of Science in Communication equips you with the strategic, analytical and creative skills to master today’s fast-changing media landscape.

Communicate confidently across digital and visual channels, employ information-gathering and news-writing skills and analyze communication theories and research methods. With a unique focus on technical and high-impact fields, this program prepares you to lead organizations through crises with precision.

You’ll study media literacy, law and ethics, news writing, public relations and more to graduate prepared to analyze audiences, shape narratives and communicate effectively across platforms and professions.

Key Benefits

Expert Faculty
The Communication faculty bring real-world experience in crisis and risk communication, including on-the-ground work in international disaster zones and applied work with environmental initiatives and human trafficking awareness, providing expert guidance to help you excel.

Extensive Global Network
Embry-Riddle’s global reputation in aviation and aerospace, partnered with a global network of 165,000+ alumni around the globe, leads to connections with industry leaders.

Research Opportunities
Partner with faculty across disciplines on high-impact research projects to address real-world challenges, advancing critical thinking and analytical skills for your future education and competitive careers.

Program Highlights

Design Your Degree
Specialize in Aviation, Science & Technology Communication to communicate complex, technical information across industries and audiences. The Crisis, Risk & Resilience Communication specialization prepares you to lead communication in emergency contexts, delivering clear, ethical messaging to support risk management.

Hands-On Experience
Students have opportunities to apply their communication knowledge and skills through service-learning projects. The program culminates in either a communication internship or a senior project, preparing you for the job market.

STEM-Designated
The B.S. in Communication is recognized as a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security under CIP code 09.0702: Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.

Career Potential

Graduating from the program, you will be a clear communicator who makes sense of complex information, thinks across disciplines and cultures, works confidently with media technologies, acts with social responsibility and builds strong professional networks for diverse career paths.

Potential Careers:

  • Aerospace Journalist/Reporter
  • Aviation Project Manager
  • Communication Manager
  • Content Strategist
  • Marketing & Communications Specialist
  • Media Relations
  • Public Information Officer
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Technical Writer

Finance Your Future

When it comes to educational funding, you have options at Embry‑Riddle. Don’t let the cost of attending deter you from advancing your education and career.

Worldwide undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year is $522 per credit hour for civilians and $250 for active-duty military, spouses and dependents. Learn more about the full cost of attendance at the Worldwide Campus.

If you’d like to talk through your options for funding your education, our dedicated counselors can advise you on ways to help finance your future and focus on your studies. You can be assured your investment in Embry-Riddle is a wise one.

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By the numbers

  • 1926 The year Embry-Riddle was founded. .
  • 100+ Degrees to choose from. .
  • 93% Employed or continuing education within a year of graduation. .
  • 165,000+ Alumni around the world. .