B.A. in Communication Studies – Rhetoric & Public Culture
Make A Statement.
You have a passion to communicate and use your words to shape and influence the world around you. Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies—Rhetoric & Public Culture degree will help you master the art of persuasion as you study argumentative writing, language and dialogue.
EXPLORE YOUR CAREER PATH
Develop a strong skill set for a career in speech writing, public relations, media or law.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Meet the faculty.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for two consecutive years (2019 and 2020). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia for 8 years in a row. Experience the Regent difference through the B.A. in Communication Studies – Rhetoric & Public Culture program.
On completing the B.A. in Communication Studies—Rhetoric & Public Culture you will be able to:
- Write and speak clearly, eloquently and effectively.
- Develop effective and ethical debate practices drawn from theories of persuasion.
- Understand how verbal and nonverbal communication affects personal identity, culture and perception.
Career Opportunities:
- Speech writer
- Communications specialist
- Public relations coordinator
- Press secretary
- Pre-law student
Study of the levels of communication (interpersonal, small, group, organization, public, and mass); the nature of verbal and nonverbal communication; the effects of personal identity, culture, and perception on communication; and the use of effective listening skills.
Principles and practices of effective, efficient, and ethical argumentation and debate from their classical origins, including theories of persuasion, research on persuasive communication, and the formation of social and political attitudes.
Students learn and apply principles of aesthetical criticism, rhetorical criticism, ethical criticism, and perceptual criticism to all modes of human communication, practicing communication criticism in various contexts.
Admission requirements vary based on the stage you’re at in life. Select a link below to learn how to apply.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
| Program Type | Tuition |
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
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RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
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Fee |
Amount |
Description |
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Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
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$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
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Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
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Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
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University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$700/semester $550/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
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Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
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Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
| Program Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
|
On-Campus Student
|
|
|
Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
|
|
RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
|
Student Fees
|
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
|
Application Fee&nbnbsp;(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
|
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
|
Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
|
University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$750/semester $600/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
|
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
|
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
Morganne Oliver, Student, B.A. in Communication Studies