UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, KNOXVILLE

Online Bachelor of Science in Communication and Information (BS)

Communication and Information

Degree
Bachelor of Science in Communication and Information
Major
Communication and Information
College
College of Communication & Information
Modality
Synchronous: Live, real-time. Asynchronous: Pre-recorded content available anytime. Hybrid: Combination of asynchronous and synchronous.
Asynchronous
Program Duration
Duration of program is dependent on the student's academic history, transfer credits, and applicability of transfer credits to the University's and program's graduation requirements.
Est. 48 months
120
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Credit Hours
$490
Out-of-State cost per credit hour is $565
Cost Per Credit
Fall, Spring Admission Terms

Program Overview

The online Bachelor of Science in Communication and Information program is designed for students interested in developing or enhancing skills for communication careers. Students will gain knowledge and skills in advertising, public relations, human communication, communication studies, journalism and media, and information sciences.

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Communication and Information program, students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 24 transferable credit hours from previous institutions.

Why Choose a Degree in Communication and Information?

Communication and information are at the core of good leadership, thriving interpersonal relationships, and successful community building, which makes this degree versatile and impactful. Communication is central to every organization and relationship, and knowledge and skill in communication, paired with profession-specific expertise, give you the tools to succeed.

This curriculum will challenge you to think critically about communication strategies and tailor your messages with purpose, keeping your audience and goals in focus. It covers everything from ethics and truth to digital content and user experience. You’ll develop strong research and evaluation skills and learn to approach communication with integrity and innovation.

With the communication and leadership skills we teach, graduates can pursue careers such as social media manager, content creator, communication specialist, brand strategist, sales professional, and more.

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Spring '26
Apply by: December 15
Confirm Enrollment by: January 15
Classes start: January 21
Summer '26
Apply by: April 15
Confirm Enrollment by: May 15
Classes start: June 23
Fall '26
Apply by: July 1
Confirm Enrollment by: August 1
Classes start: August 18