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Bachelor of Arts - Communications - Mass Media

Spartanburg — Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States

Study Level: Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 22,710
Application Fee: USD 100
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Communications at USC Upstate prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities by developing skills in analysis, critical thinking, writing, and speaking. Graduates gain a broad understanding of the field and the ability to express ideas effectively across multiple platforms. Graduates are prepared for careers in journalism, marketing, advertising, social media management, public relations, corporate communications, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. The degree also provides a strong foundation for law school or advanced graduate studies. The curriculum emphasizes effective oral and written communication, research skills, and the use of emerging technologies to share information. Students may explore related subjects such as film, marketing, or journalism. Courses in communication studies promote responsible communication, critical thinking, and engagement with issues of social justice, environmental awareness, and equity. Several courses examine how race, class, gender, and sexuality influence experiences and perceptions within organizations, the environment, and national or international public communication. The concentration in mass media focuses on the production, consumption and theoretical analysis of media messages within the context of the evolving fields of journalism and mass communication. The curriculum encourages students to become critical thinkers and mass media practitioners utilizing foundational print and broadcast journalistic practices as well as new media technologies. In addition, students are exposed to hypothetical and real-world situations that challenge them in problem solving, creativity, ethics and mass communication history and theory.

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Credential: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 22,710
Application fee: USD 100
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Spartanburg

Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States

800 University Way

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

The University of South Carolina Upstate provides an outstanding educational experience through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and a vibrant campus community. With a diverse faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a wide range of programs, USC Upstate offers unparalleled opportunities for pursuing passions and achieving goals. Founded in 1967, USC Upstate is one of the nation’s top public regional universities. What began as a commitment to helping the state avoid a nursing shortage has matured into a more than $624 million annual impact on South Carolina. USC Upstate is accredit...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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