Study Communication Studies BA - Juris Doctorate JD 3+3 at University of Akron in the USA, Buchtel College of Arts and Science

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The BA/JD Communication Studies degree is an accelerated program which allows highly qualified and disciplined students to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and a Juris Doctor degree in six years (180 credits) instead of the usual seven by counting 29 credits from the first year of law school toward the bachelor's degree. The Communication Studies degree equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate the role of communication in society and effectively develop messages to address organizational and community challenges. Students study communication practices, concepts, and theories that can be used to help build and maintain relationships in personal and professional contexts. Communication Studies graduates have strong communication, analytic, and critical thinking skills, which are necessary for success in the legal profession. They are prepared to craft meaningful messages and lead productive discussion and debate in society.

Which department am I in?

Buchtel College of Arts and Science

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

US$21,826.00 per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

University of Akron

302 E. Buchtel Ave,

AKRON,

Ohio,

44325, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Official documents (including transcripts, test results, and diplomas/certificates) MUST be submitted for full admission, award of scholarships and the issuance of an I-20. An official final transcript must be submitted before you can register for your second semester coursework. SAT or ACT – The University of Akron is test-optional.Admission to the 3+3 program as a first-year student requires an ACT of 25 (SAT of 980) and a minimum high school GPA of 3.4; admission of transfer and ICT students requires a GPA of 3.4. Any University of Akron Communication Studies major may apply for inclusion into the 3+3 program at the same time they apply for admission into the Communication Studies BA program, or anytime while enrolled as a Communication Studies major at the University of Akron.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.