Online B.S. in Communication

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.

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Communicate Clearly in Critical Moments

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.

Fast Facts

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.

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.

specialize 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.

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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

Global Alumni Network

Embry‑Riddle’s global reputation in aviation and aerospace, coupled with a network of 165,000+ alumni worldwide, leads to connections with industry leaders.

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.

Financing 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 your career. Our dedicated counselors can advise you on ways to help finance your future and focus on your studies. You can be assured that an investment in Embry‑Riddle is a wise one.

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

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One of the more than 450 Embry‑Riddle Worldwide Campus graduates receives her diploma at a May 31 commencement ceremony held at the ICI Center on the Daytona Beach, Florida, campus. (Photo: Embry‑Riddle/Bernard Wilchusky)

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