Bachelor of Science in Communication – Online Degree
Bachelor of Science in Communication (2 + 2)
The Scripps College Bachelor Degree Completion Program in Communication is ideally suited for professionals in a variety of public, non-profit, and organizations with positions that emphasize internal and external communication.
The program cross-trains individuals in visual, written, and oral communication, emphasizing practical application and theory-based communication strategy.
The major is specifically tailored for individuals who have already completed an associate degree that will translate to Ohio University’s general education requirements. The program is delivered in a flexible online format, requiring no face-to-face meetings. The Communication 2021-2022 Advising Guide will provide more details.
Ohio University Website – Bachelor of Science in Communication
Parallel LCCC Program
AA to BS in Communication Curriculum Pathway
Program Admission Requirements
- All general transfer admissions requirements in How to Apply as a Transfer Student
- Transfer Application dates and deadlines for Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters can be found here: Transfer Dates and Deadlines
- Transfer students can begin taking courses at OHIO during any semester. However, students will only be considered for merit-based scholarships if they apply for the Fall term and are admitted by May 15.
- Students applying as transfer students, in general, need a cumulative 2.0 GPA
- Send official transcripts from all institutions where students receive college-level credit.
- Students who have earned less than 20 semester or 30 quarter hours of college-level credit will also need to send OU an official high school transcript.
- ACT/SAT scores not required for transfer students
Application Information
To apply to the Partnership, follow the steps below:
- Complete an Online Application
- Pay the $25 non-refundable application fee. Transfer students eligible for the Federal Pell Grant and needing assistance paying the application fee can apply for the NACAC Transfer Application Fee Waiver. The downloadable form is available on the link provided.
- Request all colleges and universities you have attended to send an official transcript directly to Ohio University.
- Once your materials are in, you can monitor the progress of your application by checking your MyOHIO Student Center. Learn more about how to check your application status.
- You will then schedule an advising appointment with your assigned Ohio University academic advisor.
- Be sure to register for the Bobcat Student Orientation (BSO) after you are admitted to learn about resources and student support services.
Submit all college-level transcripts to:
Ohio University
Undergraduate Admissions
1 Ohio University
120 Chubb Hall
Athens, OH 45701
How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?
- You are following the UP Curriculum Pathway from the associate to the bachelor’s degree.
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- For 2:2 degrees, you have been admitted to the partner institution and have registered for your first classes the upcoming semester, 3rd year of partner classes. The first day of the 3rd year class, you are officially a UP student.
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- For 3:1 degrees, you are a UP student if you are registered for the 3rd year in either bridgework LCCC classes or UP partner classes. You may not be necessarily admitted with the UP partner just yet. The first day of the 3rd year of UP or LCCC bridgework class, you are officially a UP student.
- UP Office will use the email address your partner institution shares with us, which is once a semester, to email out a reminder to you about the UP program supports and services.
- If you are unsure if you are in the UP, you are welcome to email or call the UP Office to verify your status.
- UP@Lorainccc.edu
- (440) 366-4949
How do I show proof I am a UP student to receive benefits and supports offered at LCCC
- Go to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the LCCC Bass Library (440) 366-4026.
- Show your class registration for UP classes with the partner institution or LCCC bridgework classes.
- Bass Library staff will place a color coded sticker on the back of your LCCC or partner institution ID card. If you have no LCCC or UP ID card, a UP ID card will be issued to you.
- You will need to get a new sticker (date specific) each semester that you are registered for UP partner classes.
- An ID card is not required but would be needed if you are seeking benefits and supports at LCCC while in the partnership.
- Supports and services are for Elyria Campus and the Learning Centers (Community Learning Center at Lorain High School, Lorain Learning Center at City Center, LCCC Wellington Center, and University Partnership Ridge Campus).
For More Information
Lacey Latkovic
Director, Strategic Partnerships OHIO Online Enrollment
P: 740.593.2919
latkovicl@ohio.edu
See the Ohio University Academic Calendar for important academic dates and deadlines.