100% Online
5 Courses in the Bible Minor
$375 Per Credit Hour
6 Start Dates Per Year
Why Study Communication at Cedarville?
To succeed in the growing field of communication, you'll need knowledge, practical skills, a passion for building relationships, and a strong ethical compass. In Cedarville’s accredited online communication program, you’ll develop all of these qualities — with the flexibility to learn from wherever God has called you right now.
Cedarville also offers a residential BA in communication.
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Online Communication Degree Highlights
- Critical Competencies – Coursework in the major develops critical competencies in leadership, problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and a broad range of communication skills you’ll need to excel in both employment and graduate school.
- Biblical Worldview – Through the integration of biblical, professional, and scholarly knowledge, your communication degree will equip you to change the world as you engage culture with the heart and mind of Christ.
- Fits Your Life – You’ll have the freedom to work on your degree whenever it works best for you. Cedarville’s online communication program is asynchronous, so you’ll never need to tune in at any specific time. Most of your courses will be completed over eight weeks, while a few general education courses will be 16 weeks long.
Program Curriculum
You’ll build a strong foundation for study with core liberal arts courses and Bible minor courses.
In your communication courses, you’ll develop the practical skills and strategic thinking needed for effective messaging across a variety of platforms and audiences. You’ll also sharpen your ability to think critically and communicate clearly — skills that are essential in any career path.
Through studying areas like interpersonal communication, media writing, and public relations, you will:
- Develop clear, confident, and purposeful communication skills for both written and spoken contexts
- ºÚÁÏÉçÇø communication theory, storytelling strategies, and ethical principles to real-world situations
- Gain hands-on experience with digital tools and media platforms used by today’s communication professionals
Get a head start on your college journey through Cedarville’s Dual Enrollment program. You’ll take college courses taught by Cedarville professors, grounded in biblical truth and designed to help you grow — in knowledge, in character, and in your walk with Christ.
Earn college credit in high school, save time and money, and step confidently into your calling.
Explore Dual EnrollmentWhat Sets Cedarville Apart?
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Biblical Worldview
Every undergraduate Cedarville student earns a Bible minor! You’ll be equipped to know God more deeply throughout all of life. Beyond this, your professors will weave biblical truth into each course you take. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to see your work through the lens of Scripture.
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Caring Faculty
You’re more than just a number in your online courses. Cedarville’s faculty have both experience in their fields and dedication to helping you succeed. They’ll encourage you not only academically but also personally and spiritually.
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Flexible Pathways
Want to study on campus at Cedarville after a couple years of studying online? Good news — your credits transfer directly to Cedarville’s residential programs! You’ll have the flexibility to complete your degree however it works best for you and your family.
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Vibrant Community
As an online student at Cedarville, you’ll have opportunities to grow your friendships and your faith. You will build lasting relationships with faculty and fellow students in your courses. Each day, you can engage with and watch chapel alongside the rest of the Cedarville community.
Online Program Format
What is the format of the online courses?
Your studies will be completely asynchronous*, meaning you'll never need to tune in for any live lectures or at any specific times. Courses will be self-paced based on completing weekly modules in Canvas, our learning management system, and you'll engage with your professors and classmates there as well.
A few select general education courses will be 16 weeks long, but most of your classes will be completed over eight weeks. Your online degree program has been championed, developed, and supported by caring Cedarville faculty, ensuring that the course content is specifically designed for your needs as a remote learner.
*Some courses may require synchronous group assignments.
How will I be supported as an online student?
Your admissions counselor will guide you through each step of the application process. Once you are accepted, you'll have a dedicated academic advisor who will not only aid you in your academic decisions but also encourage you in your walk with the Lord.
You’ll be supported by The Centennial Library, The Writing Center, The Cove (academic enrichment center), Counseling Services, and Career Services. With over a decade of experience serving online dual-enrolled and graduate students, these teams know how to meet your unique needs as an online student.
At Cedarville, you won’t just be a number. You’ll be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to become who God has made you to be by a supportive, Christian community.
Can I start online and finish on campus (or vice versa)?
Yes! We’d love for you to join us on campus if you’d like to and you’re able. Or, if you’re a current residential student facing constraints that don’t allow you to continue studying on campus, we welcome you to complete your degree online. In both cases, your courses will directly transfer between your online and residential programs.
How can I experience the Cedarville community as an online student?
Online students are a valuable part of the vibrant Cedarville community. Through daily chapel and engagement with professors and classmates, you’ll have opportunities to plug into the Cedarville experience from wherever God has called you:
- Each day at 10 a.m. ET, you can tune in live to experience chapel alongside your campus community. In hearing truth from God’s Word each day, you’ll be challenged and strengthened in your walk with the Lord.
- In your classes, you’ll be able to deepen and refine your thinking about God’s Word with an iron-sharpens-iron community of believers. You’ll be taught by caring, Christian faculty who are personally dedicated to helping you succeed. They’ll pour into you not just as a student but also as a Christian and a future professional.
When are the start dates?
There are six start dates each year that you can choose from to begin your online studies:
- August
- October
- January
- March
- May
- June
What technology is required, and what if I have tech problems?
Your computer should meet these as outlined by IT. If you ever have questions or run into an issue, Cedarville’s IT team offers an extensive and individualized support through their . In addition, there is 24/7 support for Canvas, our learning management system.
What Can I Do With a Degree in Communication?
Your bachelor’s degree in communication from Cedarville will prepare you for careers in:
- Consultation programs
- Corporate executive training
- Event planning
- Media communications
- Personnel management
- Public relations
- Social media
- Professional research
- Web content development
Where Do Cedarville Communication Graduates Work?
Cedarville communication graduates have been offered positions at firms and corporations including:
- FBI
- Chick-fil-A
- Reynolds and Reynolds
- General Motors
- Dow Chemical
- The Coca-Cola Co.
- Focus on the Family
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100% Job/Grad School Placement
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Ready to combine your passion for communication with the flexibility to fit your life? Take the next step toward a meaningful career with an online program that’s shaped by a biblical worldview.
From Our Students:
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The Department of Communication has prepared me with hard skills like writing and public speaking, as well as soft skills like interpersonal communication and leadership that will serve me well in my career. My professors have been some of my biggest cheerleaders as they help guide me through my college years.
Olivia Ball '23, Communication 
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