Communication

Communication majors have strong critical-thinking and writing abilities, and they are concerned with understanding society and improving social institutions and the well-being of individuals.  Communication is a good major for students who are interested in working with people and groups in a variety of fields, e.g., business, social work and law.

This program is designed for students who plan to transition to a bachelor's degree in communication. Graduates with a BA in communication are prepared for many different career options. In our modern world, success in business and industry requires a sophisticated understanding of communication processes. Positions in human resource management, as well as in marketing and public relations, require strong communication skills. Communication students are well prepared for advanced study in such areas as law and business. Graduates find jobs as admissions counselors, communication educators, sales representatives, journalists, marketing managers, human resource specialists, event planners, advertising executives, and electronic media on-air talent.

For advising contact information, please visit the UCBA academic advising page.

Obtaining the associate degree in communication from UC Blue Ash College allows a student to meet the general education requirements and some of the communication requirements for the bachelor's degree offered by UC's College of Arts and Sciences in a friendly, teaching-oriented atmosphere with small class sizes and individual attention.

In addition to fulfilling program course requirements, including general education, students must have at least an overall 2.0 cumulative grade point average and meet the residency requirement of 20 semester hours completed at UC.

Students must complete an application for degree, usually the term before they expect to graduate. Students should see their advisor for specific information well in advance of their final term.

UC Blue Ash College has an open admission policy (although some programs within the college are selective admissions.) Students admitted to the college must show proof of high school graduation or successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) exam. Submission of standardized test scores (ACT or SAT) is recommended but not required. Transfer students must also supply official transcripts from each previously attended institution. Credits are accepted from any institution currently accredited by any of the six regional accrediting agencies.

Credits transferred from another institution may not fulfill specific requirements for the degree.  An official evaluation of transfer credit from other colleges will be processed after the student’s file is complete.

For current UC students who wish to transfer from one UC program to another:   

• Fill out an Application for Change in College and Program
• Submit the completed form to the college which offers the program into which you want to transition.

To transition to the bachelors degree in communication through the UC College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), students must meet the guidelines established by A&S, which can be found on the A&S Transfer and Transition page, or by contacting the A&S Department of Communication.

International students wishing to apply to UCBA can find information on the International Admissions page.