BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE
Gain a big-picture understanding of how a healthcare organization functions and the important role communication plays.
STUDY HEALTHCARE DELIVERY
Learn how healthcare delivery works and how better communication contributes to improved patient outcomes and lower costs.
LEARN FROM ACTUAL PRACTITIONERS
Our BS in Communication faculty are active practitioners and thought leaders who bring real-world insights to the classroom.
Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
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Tuition | 181 quarter credit hours | $350 per quarter hour | $63,350 |
Program Fee | Per quarter | $180 | $2,880 |
$66,230** | |||
BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION | -$19,250 $46,980* |
*Represents minimum time to completion, no transfer of credit, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 135 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $5,000.
WHY WALDEN
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Stop wondering what’s possible. Walden Wayfinder™ delivers targeted resources and support to transform your degree into your competitive advantage.
MAP YOUR CAREER DESTINATION
Uncover your perfect career match instantly. See high-demand fields, salary potential, and local job openings tailored to your strengths.
NAVIGATE YOUR CAREER PATH
Bypass common obstacles with expert guidance. Your advisor clears the way, experienced faculty equip you with real-world skills.
ACCELERATE YOUR ARRIVAL
Transfer up to 75% of credits. Earn automatic scholarships through our Believe & Achieve Scholarship®. Plus, receive $1,500 upon graduation.*
Drive Improved Healthcare Delivery
In this online communication degree concentration, you’ll apply communication principles within the context of courses that focus on health. Gain a high-level understanding of how healthcare systems work. Study how effective communication increases patient engagement, reduces costs, shortens healing time, and creates greater satisfaction for both patients and caregivers.
Career Outlook
Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 16% through 2030 and add about 2.6 million new jobs.1 With this growth comes a need for skilled professionals to support and facilitate sound communication practices tailored to the unique needs of this industry.
With a BS in Communication concentration in Healing, Hierarchy, Healthcare, and Wholeness, you’ll stand out to potential healthcare employers by being able to identify communication needs, understand communication systems, and develop viable communication strategies. Take an active role in promoting organizational success as well as better patient care.
Career options may require additional experience, training, licensure, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this online communication degree program.