The Communication, BS program at ASU’s West campus provides unique resources to students, including the nationally-recognized CommLabASU (formerly the Communication Assessment Learning Lab), with an added focus on data and statistical research as compared to the Communication, BA program.
The communication program offered at ASU's West campus prepares students to do far more than give a speech or two in front of their peers. It provides an extensive understanding of the practical, theoretical and professional nuances of today's field of communication, designed to equip students with the skills needed to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively through both the spoken and written word.
In utilizing the nationally recognized CommLabASU, this program trains and prepares students for in-depth study into what contributes to and detracts from effective human communication, recognizing that the art of communication is far more nuanced than simple speaking and writing prowess.
Students may pursue one or more focus areas that are designed to amplify their academic and professional preparation in specific contexts, including: public relations, risk and strategic communication; media, culture and social technology; communication training and mentoring; dialogue, relationships and communities; and sport communication.
Program Offered
Communication,
BS
Offered by
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Location
West, Lake Havasu City
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Application Requirements
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements:
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WUE eligible program
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program are eligible for a discounted tuition rate.
Financial Aid
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of income, can qualify for some form of financial aid. In fact,
more than 70 percent of all ASU students receive some form of
financial assistance every year.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the communication program are trained in effective communication skills, are able to speak and write well, and can convey complex ideas effectively. They are prepared for employment in communication-intensive fields and for further graduate study. Graduates are prepared to perform various forms of data analysis, communication assessment and technical reporting, and they are prepared for graduate study in the social sciences, law, humanities and management. Graduates work in communications-intensive fields such as:
- advertising
- community education
- corporate communications
- crisis management
- customer service and customer relations
- health communication
- human resources management
- media and public relations
- new media
- social media
- training and development
Example Careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
| Career | *growth | *median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs | 6% | $44,400 |
| Lawyers | 8.2% | $119,250 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | 5.5% | $106,130 |
| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | 10.4% | $60,670 |
| Legislators | 7.1% | $25,630 |
| Media and Communication Workers, All Other | 9.9% | $47,900 |
| Public Relations and Fundraising Managers | 10.4% | $111,280 |
| Public Relations Specialists | 8.8% | $59,300 |
| Clergy | 8.2% | $47,100 |
| Technical Writers | 11% | $70,930 |
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
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