Bachelor in Speech Communication and Rhetoric (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Speech Communication and Rhetoric (Bachelor's), tuition is $179.19 per credit hour for in-state students and $857.98 per credit hour for out-of-state students., and applications for the Jan 2027 intake close on Nov 1, 2026.

This programme prepares students for roles in conflict resolution and communication across personal, organizational, and societal contexts. It focuses on understanding interpersonal dynamics and applying strategies to manage disputes constructively. Students engage in coursework on negotiation, public communication campaigns, and relational conflict. The degree is delivered entirely online through UCF Online.

Focus areas include relational conflict communication, interpersonal communication, public communication campaigns, conflict resolution, negotiation strategies, media and conflict representation.

The programme requires 120 credit hours of coursework, distributed across general education, core communication courses, and specialized conflict-related studies. All courses are delivered online with no on-campus requirements.

Graduates enter roles such as arbitrator, counselor, dispute resolution administrator, employee assistance provider, family law facilitator, foreclosure mediation coordinator, and human resources administrator.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Transfer students need to have completed at least 30 college credits. Application deadlines are May 1 for Fall, November 1 for Spring, and March 1 for Summer.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. Online, full-time or part-time, with typical duration of four years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 40% of applicants.

The University of Central Florida in Orlando, established in 1963, is one of the largest universities in the United States, with over 70,000 students and a strong international community of more than 3,100 students. UCF offers a broad array of programmes across more than 230 degree options, encompassing engineering, business, health professions, education, arts and sciences. Its size and diversity provide extensive academic pathways and research opportunities for students at all levels.

UCF is known for applied research, industry collaboration and experiential learning, with dedicated centres and labs that support innovation in areas such as simulation, optics and digital media. Located in a major metropolitan area, the university benefits from proximity to a dynamic regional economy that includes technology firms, hospitality and entertainment industries, and government and defense contractors, creating abundant internship and employment prospects for students.

Campus life at UCF blends a large, vibrant student community with active student organisations, athletics and career services that help international students adapt and succeed. Robust support for internships, co-op placements and entrepreneurship helps students build professional experience while studying. For learners seeking a comprehensive university experience with extensive programme choices and industry links in a globally connected city, UCF offers substantial resources and pathways to career outcomes.