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Associate of Arts in Communication - Communication Science Santa Barbara City College Santa Barbara City College, USA

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USD 10536

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75

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24 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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60

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Whatever their age, social position, or occupation, people communicate. Humans spend more time engaged in speaking and listening than virtually any other activity. Communication is as important as it is pervasive—success or failure often depends on how well we express ourselves and understand others. 
The Communication Department's curriculum focuses on communication in a variety of settings -- interpersonal, small group, on-the-job, speaker-to-audience, via mass media and between cultures and nations.  In addition, instruction is available in argumentation and debate and communication theory.  Surveys show that most employers rank effective communication at the top of desired skills.
The Communication Science Emphasis provides students with the foundational knowledge in communication theory and research methods and prepares them to make a successful transition to a Baccalaureate Degree in Communication Studies at any of the UC campuses, particularly UC, Santa Barbara.  

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    60 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    44 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    90 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    10536

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 75

    Application Fee
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    11700 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    SBCC does not offer scholarships to the new international students, but once the student is enrolled, they can apply once a year in Spring. But the amount is very limited.

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